Central Asia: Market for Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) 2025

Market Size for Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) in Central Asia

The Central Asian market for siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) skyrocketed to $X in 2021, growing by 34% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed buoyant growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Production of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) in Central Asia

In value terms, production of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) shrank sharply to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by 371%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

Exports of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite)

Exports in Central Asia

In 2021, the amount of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) exported in Central Asia soared to X tons, rising by 16% against the previous year. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 76%. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, exports of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 234%. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Kazakhstan (X tons) represented the major exporter of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) in Central Asia, comprising 100% of total export.

Kazakhstan was also the fastest-growing in terms of the siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) exports, with a CAGR of -12.5% from 2012 to 2021. Kazakhstan (+6.6 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) also remains the largest siliceous fossil meal (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) supplier in Central Asia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Kazakhstan stood at +12.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Central Asia stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 77% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the export price increased by 229%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Kazakhstan.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Kazakhstan amounted to +28.8% per year.

Imports of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite)

Imports in Central Asia

In 2021, purchases abroad of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) increased by 29% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 68%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports of remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, imports of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 69% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Uzbekistan represented the key importer of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) in Central Asia, with the volume of imports recording X tons, which was near 51% of total imports in 2021. Kazakhstan (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Kyrgyzstan (X tons) and Mongolia (X tons). All these countries together took near 45% share of total imports. Tajikistan (X tons) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Uzbekistan (with a CAGR of +36.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Uzbekistan ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) in Central Asia, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Kazakhstan ($X), with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by Mongolia, with a 6.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Uzbekistan stood at +38.2%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kazakhstan (-0.9% per year) and Mongolia (+10.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Central Asia stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 28% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Uzbekistan ($X per ton), while Kyrgyzstan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mongolia (+5.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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