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Iraq: Bentonite Market 2021

Bentonite Market Size in Iraq

In 2019, the Iraqi bentonite market increased by X% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when the market value increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2013; afterwards, it flattened through to 2019.

Bentonite Production in Iraq

In value terms, bentonite production skyrocketed to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. In general, production continues to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2009 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs in 2019 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Bentonite Exports

Exports from Iraq

In 2019, approx. X tons of bentonite were exported from Iraq; standing approx. at 2018 figures. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed significant growth. Iraq exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, bentonite exports totaled $X in 2019. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. Iraq exports peaked in 2019 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2019, India (X tons), distantly followed by the U.S. (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Italy (X tons) and China (X tons) were the major exporters of bentonite, together mixing up X% of total exports. The following exporters - Slovakia (X tons), Azerbaijan (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Greece (X tons) - together made up X% of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Greece, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest bentonite supplying countries from Iraq were the U.S. ($X), Turkey ($X) and India ($X), together accounting for X% of total exports.

Among the main exporting countries, Turkey saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the bentonite export price in Iraq amounted to $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt setback. Iraq export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Greece ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Bentonite Imports

Imports into Iraq

Bentonite imports into Iraq dropped markedly to X tons in 2019, shrinking by -X% on 2018 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Iraq imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bentonite imports declined remarkably to $X in 2019. In general, imports, however, posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the twelve major importers of bentonite, namely Germany, Canada, Indonesia, the Netherlands, Malaysia, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, the UK, Japan and France, represented more than half of total import. Italy (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Thailand, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), Canada ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2019, together accounting for X% of total imports. These countries were followed by Japan, Thailand, France, the UK, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Russia, Malaysia and Italy, which together accounted for a further X recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The bentonite import price in Iraq stood at $X per ton in 2019, reducing by -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bentonite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 47% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of bentonite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 61% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of bentonite to Iraq?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of bentonite to Iraq, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 7% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for bentonite in Iraq?

The average bentonite export price stood at $153 per ton in 2019, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bentonite in Iraq?

The average bentonite import price stood at $129 per ton in 2021, remaining stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bentonite market in Iraq. 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 2025.

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Iraq

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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 Iraq
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