
Germany - Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths in Germany
The German market for refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a abrupt descent. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Production of Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths in Germany
In value terms, production of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths rose slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 131%. Production of peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports of Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths
Exports from Germany
In 2021, shipments abroad of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths decreased by -2.4% to X tons, falling for the fifth year in a row after five years of growth. Overall, exports, however, saw a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 138%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, exports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths rose to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 48% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
The Czech Republic (X tons), Austria (X tons) and Switzerland (X tons) were the main destinations of exports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths from Germany, with a combined 54% share of total exports. India, Slovenia, the United States, New Zealand, China and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +130.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X), India ($X) and Austria ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths exported from Germany worldwide, with a combined 50% share of total exports.
India, with a CAGR of +142.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
The average export price for refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 5.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 35%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to New Zealand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Denmark (+33.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths
Imports into Germany
For the third consecutive year, Germany recorded growth in supplies from abroad of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths, which increased by 16% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports enjoyed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 72%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
In value terms, imports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths surged to $X in 2021. Overall, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +46.2% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
Imports by Country
In 2021, Italy (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths to Germany, accounting for a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, imports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths from Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Denmark (X tons), with a 2.6% share.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Italy totaled +15.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+0.5% per year) and Denmark (-1.3% per year).
In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths to Germany, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 6.3% share of total imports. It was followed by Denmark, with a 3.5% share.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Italy amounted to +8.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-6.0% per year) and Denmark (-1.8% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The average import price for refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 1.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 8.4%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Denmark (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths in Germany. 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 23201100 - Ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals or earths including bricks, blocks, slabs, panels, tiles, hollow bricks, cylinder shells and pipes excluding filter plates containing kieselguhr and quartz
Country coverage:
- Germany
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Germany
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Products: Market Size and Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports and Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices and Growth, By Type
- Production Volume and Growth
- Exports and Growth
- Export Prices and Growth
- Market Size and Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports and Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
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