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Ireland: Talc And Steatite Market 2024

Talc And Steatite Market Size in Ireland

The Irish talc and steatite market rose to $X in 2022, surging by 3.2% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt setback. Talc and steatite consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Talc And Steatite Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, overseas shipments of talc and steatite decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the fifth year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports showed a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 12,658% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, talc and steatite exports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, exports enjoyed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 10,936%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for talc and steatite exports from Ireland, with a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by the UK (X kg), with a 0.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to China amounted to +80.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (-38.8% per year) and the United States (-33.8% per year).

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to China totaled +87.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (-25.3% per year) and the United States (-36.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average talc and steatite export price amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 180% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+22.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Talc And Steatite Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of talc and steatite decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 100%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, talc and steatite imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 35% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Greece (X tons), the UK (X tons) and Finland (X tons) were the main suppliers of talc and steatite imports to Ireland, with a combined 74% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Finland (with a CAGR of +9.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest talc and steatite suppliers to Ireland were the UK ($X), Italy ($X) and Finland ($X), with a combined 75% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Finland, with a CAGR of +8.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average talc and steatite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a slight decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 68%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Greece ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+2.5%), 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 talc and steatite in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of talc and steatite consumption, comprising approx. 16% of total volume. Moreover, talc and steatite consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of talc and steatite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Brazil, with a combined 43% share of global production. Turkey, the United States, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, France, Pakistan, Finland, Canada, Afghanistan, Italy and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.

What are the leading suppliers of talc and steatite to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of talc and steatite to Ireland, comprising 30% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for talc and steatite in Ireland?

In 2021, the average talc and steatite export price amounted to $2,897 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for talc and steatite in Ireland?

In 2021, the average talc and steatite import price amounted to $757 per ton, with a decrease of -14.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the talc and steatite 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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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

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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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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