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Ecuador: Expanded Clays Market 2024

Expanded Clays Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian expanded clays market shrank to $X in 2021, which is down by -6.1% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption saw prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Expanded Clays Exports

Exports from Ecuador

Expanded clays exports from Ecuador surged to X tons in 2016, jumping by 66% against 2015. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 192% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2016 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, expanded clays exports soared to $X in 2016. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 77%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2016 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Colombia (X tons) was the main destination for expanded clays exports from Ecuador, with a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, expanded clays exports to Colombia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X kg), sixfold.

From 2014 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Colombia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Colombia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag exports from Ecuador, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a 19% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of value to Colombia was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average expanded clays export price stood at $X per ton in 2016, with a decrease of -13.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a significant decrease. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2016, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2016, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Colombia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2014 to 2016, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (-38.2%).

Expanded Clays Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, the amount of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag imported into Ecuador skyrocketed to X tons, growing by 17% compared with 2020. Overall, imports recorded a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 581%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, expanded clays imports shrank rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 679% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of expanded clays imports to Ecuador, together accounting for 44% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Mexico (with a CAGR of +38.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Ecuador, comprising 32% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Argentina ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with an 8.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States amounted to +22.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Argentina (+7.9% per year) and Germany (+0.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average expanded clays import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -30.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 18% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+4.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

China remains the largest expanded clays consuming country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of expanded clays production, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Ecuador?

In value terms, Argentina constituted the largest supplier of expanded clays to Ecuador, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 2.3% share.

What are the leading importers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag from Ecuador?

In value terms, Colombia emerged as the key foreign market for expanded clays exports from Ecuador, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 19% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Ecuador?

The average expanded clays export price stood at $2,281 per ton in 2016, shrinking by -13.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Ecuador?

The average expanded clays import price stood at $2,025 per ton in 2020, growing by 39% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded clays market in Ecuador. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 23991920 - Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials and mixtures thereof

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023