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Kuwait: Clay Market 2025

Clay Market Size in Kuwait

In 2022, the Kuwaiti clay market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption enjoyed a prominent increase. Clay consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

Clay Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2022, exports of clays from Kuwait contracted notably to X tons, dropping by X% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, clay exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons) was the main destination for clay exports from Kuwait, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, clay exports to Saudi Arabia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Qatar (X tons), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Saudi Arabia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Qatar (X% per year) and India (X% per year).

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X), Qatar ($X) and India ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for clay exported from Kuwait worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Qatar, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average clay export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 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 Qatar ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($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 Qatar (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Clay Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2022, clay imports into Kuwait expanded significantly to X tons, surging by X% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, clay imports reached $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), Iran (X tons) and Egypt (X tons) were the main suppliers of clay imports to Kuwait, together comprising X% of total imports.

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

In value terms, the largest clay suppliers to Kuwait were India ($X), Iran ($X) and Egypt ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.

Egypt, with a CAGR of X%, 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 clay import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (X%), 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 clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, China and the United States, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. India, Ukraine, Spain, Italy, Japan, Brazil, Turkey, Germany, Pakistan and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, China and the United States, together comprising 47% of global production. These countries were followed by Ukraine, India, Brazil, Germany, Turkey, Japan and Pakistan, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of clays to Kuwait?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of clay to Kuwait, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with an 8.5% share.

What are the leading importers of clays from Kuwait?

In value terms, Spain remains the key foreign market for clay exports from Kuwait, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 28% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for clays in Kuwait?

In 2021, the average clay export price amounted to $655 per ton, falling by -8.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for clays in Kuwait?

In 2021, the average clay import price amounted to $211 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the clay market in Kuwait. 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 08122140 - Kaolin
Prodcom 08122160 - Kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays)
Prodcom 08122210 - Bentonite
Prodcom 08122230 - Fireclay
Prodcom 08122250 - Common clays and shales for construction use (excluding bentonite, fireclay, expanded clays, kaolin and kaolinic clays), a ndalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, mullite, chamotte or dinas earths

Country coverage:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
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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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 2012–2024
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