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Iraq: Steatite Market 2021

Steatite Market Size in Iraq

The Iraqi steatite market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2019, after two years of decline. Overall, consumption posted resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2019, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Steatite Exports

Exports from Iraq

In 2019, the amount of steatites exported from Iraq reduced markedly to X kg, dropping by -X% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2018, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, steatite exports reduced markedly to $X in 2019. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Exports peaked at $X in 2018, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

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

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Turkey was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value to Turkey was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average steatite export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average export prices reached the maximum in 2018 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

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

From 2007 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to X% per year.

Steatite Imports

Imports into Iraq

In 2019, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of steatites, when their volume increased by X% to X tons. In general, imports continue to indicate prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, steatite imports stood at $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports saw a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2019, the growth imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Egypt (X tons), India (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main suppliers of steatite imports to Iraq, together comprising X% of total imports.

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

In value terms, Egypt ($X) constituted the largest supplier of steatite to Iraq, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Egypt stood at +X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+X% per year) and Italy (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average steatite import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated pronounced growth from 2007 to 2019: its price increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India, 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 steatites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of steatite consumption in 2019 were China, Germany and Japan, with a combined 32% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of steatites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of steatite production in 2019 were China, Afghanistan and Finland, together accounting for 65% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of steatites to Iraq?

In value terms, Egypt constituted the largest supplier of steatite to Iraq, comprising 50% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 24% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 14% share.

What is the average export price for steatites in Iraq?

The average steatite export price stood at $736 per ton in 2018, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for steatites in Iraq?

The average steatite import price stood at $344 per ton in 2019, waning by -46.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the steatite 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.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

Iraq

Data coverage:

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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