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Iran: Natural Sand Market 2022

Natural Sand Market Size in Iran

The Iranian natural sand market fell slightly to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. Natural sand consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Natural Sand Production in Iran

In value terms, natural sand production fell modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. Natural sand production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Natural Sand Exports

Exports from Iran

Natural sand exports from Iran declined slightly to X tons in 2021, with a decrease of -4.7% against 2020. In general, exports saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 224%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, natural sand exports reduced to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 111%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Armenia (X tons), Azerbaijan (X tons) and Uzbekistan (X tons) were the main destinations of natural sand exports from Iran, with a combined 97% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Azerbaijan (with a CAGR of -6.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Azerbaijan ($X), Armenia ($X) and Uzbekistan ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for natural sand exported from Iran worldwide, together accounting for 88% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Azerbaijan, with a CAGR of -5.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average natural sand export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 50%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Armenia ($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 Uzbekistan (+62.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Natural Sand Imports

Imports into Iran

Natural sand imports into Iran skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, rising by 28% on the previous year. Overall, imports enjoyed noticeable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 132%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, natural sand imports stood at $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 93%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest natural sand supplier to Iran, with a 87% share of total imports. Moreover, natural sand imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Spain (X tons), with a 4.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey amounted to +14.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+17.9% per year) and Spain (+76.7% per year).

In value terms, the largest natural sand suppliers to Iran were Turkey ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined 98% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +56.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average natural sand import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -10.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price faced a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 5.2%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+3.1%), 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 natural sands in the world?

The country with the largest volume of natural sand consumption was China, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, eightfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 2.6% share.

What are the largest producers of natural sands in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of natural sand production, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, eightfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 2.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of natural sands to Iran?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of natural sand to Iran, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 24% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 3.6% share.

What are the leading importers of natural sands from Iran?

In value terms, the largest markets for natural sand exported from Iran were Armenia, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, with a combined 95% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Turkey, which accounted for a further 4.3%.

What is the average export price for natural sands in Iran?

The average natural sand export price stood at $128 per ton in 2020, growing by 9.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural sands in Iran?

The average natural sand import price stood at $152 per ton in 2020, picking up by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural sand market in Iran. 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)
Prodcom 08121190 - Construction sands such as clayey sands, kaolinic sands, f eldspathic sands (excluding silica sands, metal bearing sands)

Country coverage:

Iran

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