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Kazakhstan - Silica Sands (Quartz Sands or Industrial Sands) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Kazakhstan: Silica Sand Market 2024

Silica Sand Market Size in Kazakhstan

The Kazakh silica sand market was estimated at $X in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw slight growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Silica Sand Production in Kazakhstan

In value terms, silica sand production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a mild curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 14%. Silica sand production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Silica Sand Exports

Exports from Kazakhstan

In 2022, exports of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) from Kazakhstan was estimated at X tons, remaining constant against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 62%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, silica sand exports expanded to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 65%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Kyrgyzstan (X tons) was the main destination for silica sand exports from Kazakhstan, accounting for a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by Russia (X tons), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Kyrgyzstan amounted to -3.9%.

In value terms, Kyrgyzstan ($X) remains the key foreign market for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) exports from Kazakhstan, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($X), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Kyrgyzstan totaled -6.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average silica sand export price amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uzbekistan (+21.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Silica Sand Imports

Imports into Kazakhstan

In 2022, approx. X tons of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) were imported into Kazakhstan; increasing by 2.1% against the year before. In general, imports enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 143% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, silica sand imports rose significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 104%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) was the main silica sand supplier to Kazakhstan, with a 94% share of total imports. Moreover, silica sand imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Russia amounted to +20.2%.

In value terms, the largest silica sand suppliers to Kazakhstan were Russia ($X) and China ($X).

China, with a CAGR of +14.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average silica sand import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 3.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 15%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Russia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+8.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of silica sand consumption, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 1.8% share.

What are the largest producers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of silica sand production, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold.

What are the leading suppliers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) to Kazakhstan?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of silica sand to Kazakhstan, comprising 49% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 25% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) from Kazakhstan?

In value terms, Kyrgyzstan remains the key foreign market for silica sand exports from Kazakhstan, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uzbekistan, with a 4.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in Kazakhstan?

The average silica sand export price stood at $21 per ton in 2021, increasing by 2.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in Kazakhstan?

The average silica sand import price stood at $132 per ton in 2021, dropping by -17% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silica sand market in Kazakhstan. 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 08121150 - Silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands)

Country coverage:

Kazakhstan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kazakhstan
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