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Ireland: Natural Quartz Crystal Market 2024

Natural Quartz Crystal Market Size in Ireland

In 2022, the Irish natural quartz crystal market increased by 14% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, faced a sharp setback. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Natural Quartz Crystal Exports

Exports from Ireland

For the third year in a row, Ireland recorded growth in shipments abroad of quartz crystal (natural), which increased by 14% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1,306%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, natural quartz crystal exports contracted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a moderate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 13,752%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Japan (X tons) was the main destination for natural quartz crystal exports from Ireland, with a 89% share of total exports. Moreover, natural quartz crystal exports to Japan exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X tons), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Japan totaled +23.9%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK totaled +4.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average natural quartz crystal export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -16.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 885% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Japan amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (-1.5%).

Natural Quartz Crystal Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, supplies from abroad of quartz crystal (natural) increased by 13% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 90%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, natural quartz crystal imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 90%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of natural quartz crystal to Ireland, accounting for a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, natural quartz crystal imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil (X tons), ninefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the UK (X tons), with a 2.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +40.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (+12.3% per year) and the UK (-37.2% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quartz crystal (natural) to Ireland, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with a 5.9% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with a 4.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +48.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-14.1% per year) and Brazil (+4.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average natural quartz crystal import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 3.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 158% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Portugal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+36.8%), 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 quartz crystal (natural) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of natural quartz crystal consumption was China, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, natural quartz crystal consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 6.1% share.

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

China remains the largest natural quartz crystal producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, natural quartz crystal production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 6.2% share.

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

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of natural quartz crystal to Ireland, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 6.3% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 1.2% share.

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

In value terms, the largest markets for natural quartz crystal exported from Ireland were Japan, the UK and Thailand, together comprising 98% of total exports.

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

The average natural quartz crystal export price stood at $588 per ton in 2021, increasing by 78% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average natural quartz crystal import price amounted to $1,261 per ton, jumping by 56% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural quartz crystal 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.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08111290 - Porphyry, basalt, quartzites and other monumental or building stone, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut (excluding calcareous monumental or building stone of a gravity . 2,5, g ranite and sandstone)
Prodcom 08992900 - Other minerals

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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
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