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Iraq: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Iraq

The Iraqi kaolin market surged to $X in 2021, jumping by 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption enjoyed a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Kaolin Production in Iraq

In value terms, kaolin production expanded remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 79%. Kaolin production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Iraq

In 2019, overseas shipments of kaolin and kaolinic clays decreased by -98.8% to X tons for the first time since 2014, thus ending a four-year rising trend. In general, exports showed a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 1,136%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, kaolin exports reduced dramatically to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a dramatic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 346% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons) was the main destination for kaolin exports from Iraq, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Spain stood at -24.6%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinic clays exports from Iraq.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Spain amounted to -47.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average kaolin export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -10.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price faced a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 8.6%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2019, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Spain amounted to -29.6% per year.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Iraq

Kaolin imports into Iraq surged to X tons in 2021, growing by 45% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 377%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, kaolin imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 431%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), India (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main suppliers of kaolin imports to Iraq, with a combined 92% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +70.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), the UK ($X) and India ($X) were the largest kaolin suppliers to Iraq, together comprising 87% of total imports.

The UK, with a CAGR of +87.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 8.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 42% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Iran (+25.6%), 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 kaolin and kaolinitic clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, with a combined 44% share of global consumption. Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays production in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, together comprising 47% of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Turkey, the UK, Indonesia, Ukraine, Japan, Iran, Hungary, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Italy, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Iraq?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Iraq.

What is the average export price for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in Iraq?

In 2019, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $173 per ton, falling by -7.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in Iraq?

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price amounted to $789 per ton, rising by 56% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin 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 2030.

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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