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Ireland: Abrasives Market 2025

Abrasives Market Size in Ireland

In 2021, the Irish abrasives market increased by 23% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a remarkable increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Abrasives Exports

Exports from Ireland

Abrasives exports from Ireland expanded remarkably to X tons in 2021, picking up by 8.3% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 5,454% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, abrasives exports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 3,287%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for abrasives exports from Ireland, with a 67% share of total exports. Moreover, abrasives exports to the United Arab Emirates exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates stood at +72.6%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) remains the key foreign market for abrasives (natural) exports from Ireland, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 5.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK totaled -12.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average abrasives export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -55.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 62%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+2.4%).

Abrasives Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2021, purchases abroad of abrasives (natural) increased by 10% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, imports showed resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 98%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, abrasives imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 178%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of abrasives to Ireland, with a 70% share of total imports. Moreover, abrasives imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X tons), fivefold. South Africa (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +39.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (+8.3% per year) and South Africa (+532.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest abrasives suppliers to Ireland were China ($X), the UK ($X) and South Africa ($X), with a combined 86% share of total imports.

South Africa, with a CAGR of +258.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average abrasives import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 39% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by 196% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for China ($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 (+31.8%), 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 abrasives (natural) in the world?

Turkey remains the largest abrasives consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, abrasives consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, fourfold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.2% share.

What are the largest producers of abrasives (natural) in the world?

Turkey remains the largest abrasives producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 43% of total volume. Moreover, abrasives production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Greece, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of abrasives (natural) to Ireland?

In value terms, China, the UK and South Africa constituted the largest abrasives suppliers to Ireland, together accounting for 85% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of abrasives (natural) from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for abrasives exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for abrasives (natural) in Ireland?

The average abrasives export price stood at $2,110 per ton in 2021, reducing by -2.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for abrasives (natural) in Ireland?

The average abrasives import price stood at $846 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 73% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the abrasives market in Ireland. 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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Country coverage:

Ireland

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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 Ireland
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
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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
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024