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Ecuador: Fireclay Market 2024

Fireclay Market Size in Ecuador

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was decline in the Ecuadorian fireclay market, when its value decreased by -3.9% to $X. In general, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Fireclay Production in Ecuador

In value terms, fireclay production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 22%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Fireclay Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, fireclay exports from Ecuador surged to X tons, picking up by 43% against 2020. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 589%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fireclay exports totaled $X in 2021. Overall, exports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 499%. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Chile (X tons) was the main destination for fireclay exports from Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Chile stood at +44.6%.

In value terms, Chile ($X) also remains the key foreign market for fireclay exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Chile stood at +39.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average fireclay export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -29.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 34% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chile amounted to -3.7% per year.

Fireclay Imports

Imports into Ecuador

Fireclay imports into Ecuador contracted sharply to X tons in 2021, waning by -34.2% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant decrease. The smallest decline of -2.6% was in 2013. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fireclay imports reached $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt decrease. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest fireclay supplier to Ecuador, with a 72% share of total imports. Moreover, fireclay imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Colombia (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States (X tons), with a 6.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil stood at -6.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Colombia (+4.3% per year) and the United States (-3.2% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X), Brazil ($X) and Colombia ($X) were the largest fireclay suppliers to Ecuador, together accounting for 100% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Colombia, with a CAGR of +17.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average fireclay import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 67% against the previous year. Overall, the import price enjoyed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 68%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: 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 Colombia (+12.8%), 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 fireclay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Ukraine and the United States, together comprising 38% of global consumption. India, Russia, Brazil, Japan, Pakistan, Italy, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of fireclay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Ukraine and the United States, together comprising 43% of global production. India, Brazil, Russia, Japan, Pakistan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria, France and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of fireclay to Ecuador?

In value terms, the largest fireclay suppliers to Ecuador were China, the United States and Brazil, together comprising 74% of total imports. Spain and Colombia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the leading importers of fireclay from Ecuador?

In value terms, Chile remains the key foreign market for fireclay exports from Ecuador.

What is the average export price for fireclay in Ecuador?

In 2021, the average fireclay export price amounted to $181 per ton, remaining constant against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fireclay in Ecuador?

The average fireclay import price stood at $693 per ton in 2021, falling by -7.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fireclay 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 08122230 - Fireclay

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

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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