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Indonesia: Silica Sand Market 2024

Silica Sand Market Size in Indonesia

The Indonesian silica sand market totaled $X in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Silica Sand Production in Indonesia

In value terms, silica sand production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 38%. Silica sand production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Silica Sand Exports

Exports from Indonesia

In 2022, the amount of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) exported from Indonesia shrank to X tons, which is down by -6.2% on the year before. Overall, exports continue to indicate a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 15%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, silica sand exports declined to $X in 2022. In general, exports faced a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for silica sand exports from Indonesia, accounting for a 99.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Singapore (X kg), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China was relatively modest.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) exports from Indonesia, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Singapore ($X), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average silica sand export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 6.2%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (+82.8%).

Silica Sand Imports

Imports into Indonesia

In 2022, overseas purchases of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) decreased by -8.4% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 41%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, silica sand imports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 72% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of silica sand to Indonesia, accounting for a 58% share of total imports. Moreover, silica sand imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Australia (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Malaysia (X tons), with an 8.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at -10.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Australia (+2.1% per year) and Malaysia (+11.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest silica sand suppliers to Indonesia were China ($X), the United States ($X) and Australia ($X), together comprising 60% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, the United States, with a CAGR of -0.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average silica sand import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -5.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 65% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, 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 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+6.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of silica sand consumption was China, comprising approx. 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 1.8% share.

What are the largest producers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in the world?

China remains the largest silica sand producing country worldwide, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold.

What are the leading suppliers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) to Indonesia?

In value terms, China, Vietnam and the United States appeared to be the largest silica sand suppliers to Indonesia, together accounting for 64% of total imports. Japan, Egypt, Australia, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

What are the leading importers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) from Indonesia?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for silica sand exports from Indonesia, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with an 8.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in Indonesia?

In 2021, the average silica sand export price amounted to $1,232 per ton, dropping by -10.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in Indonesia?

In 2021, the average silica sand import price amounted to $242 per ton, picking up by 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silica sand market in Indonesia. 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 08121150 - Silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands)

Country coverage:

Indonesia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Indonesia
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