Central Asia: Market for Clays For Construction and Industrial Use 2024

Market Size for Clays For Construction and Industrial Use in Central Asia

The Central Asian market for clays for construction and industrial use expanded notably to $X in 2022, rising by 13% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Production of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use in Central Asia

In value terms, production of clays for construction and industrial use rose modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production of hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use

Exports in Central Asia

In 2022, overseas shipments of clays for construction and industrial use increased by 55% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a dramatic contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 218%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, exports of clays for construction and industrial use skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 54% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Kazakhstan prevails in use structure, accounting for X tons, which was approx. 90% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Uzbekistan (X tons), making up a 9.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to clays for construction and industrial use exports from Kazakhstan stood at -22.3%. At the same time, Uzbekistan (+4.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Uzbekistan emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Central Asia, with a CAGR of +4.5% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan increased by +64 and +9.2 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) remains the largest clays for construction and industrial use supplier in Central Asia, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uzbekistan ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

In Kazakhstan, exports of clays for construction and industrial use plunged by an average annual rate of -10.6% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Central Asia amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -3.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 1,066%. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uzbekistan ($X per ton), while Kazakhstan totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Uzbekistan (+20.9%).

Imports of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use

Imports in Central Asia

In 2022, supplies from abroad of clays for construction and industrial use increased by 56% to X tons, rising for the fifth consecutive year after four years of decline. In general, imports saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 208% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, imports of clays for construction and industrial use soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 144%. Over the period under review, imports of attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Kazakhstan prevails in use structure, reaching X tons, which was near 91% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Uzbekistan (X tons), generating a 7.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to clays for construction and industrial use imports into Kazakhstan stood at +28.6%. At the same time, Uzbekistan (+87.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Uzbekistan emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Central Asia, with a CAGR of +87.4% from 2012-2022. While the share of Uzbekistan (+7.6 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Kazakhstan (-7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported clays for construction and industrial use in Central Asia, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uzbekistan ($X), with a 10% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Kazakhstan stood at +14.5%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Central Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 3.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, faced a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 56% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Uzbekistan ($X per ton), while Kazakhstan totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Uzbekistan (-8.2%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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