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Kuwait: Expanded Clays Market 2024

Expanded Clays Market Size in Kuwait

In 2021, the Kuwaiti expanded clays market decreased by -20.4% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption, however, posted a resilient increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Expanded Clays Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas shipments of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag, when their volume decreased by 0% to X kg. In general, exports saw a sharp setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 3.6% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, expanded clays exports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant decline. The smallest decline of -57.7% was in 2018. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for expanded clays exports from Kuwait, with a approx. 50% share of total exports.

From 2017 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands was relatively modest.

From 2017 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Netherlands was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 a decrease of -59.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.

From 2017 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to 0.0% per year.

Expanded Clays Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2021, supplies from abroad of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag decreased by -14% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 1,076%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, expanded clays imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 548% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest expanded clays supplier to Kuwait, with a 56% share of total imports. Moreover, expanded clays imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Russia (X tons), threefold. Iran (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 6.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates totaled +44.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Russia (+17.9% per year) and Iran (+85.6% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Kuwait, comprising 49% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Iran, with a 7.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates stood at +27.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Russia (+14.0% per year) and Iran (+75.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average expanded clays import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -14.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 34%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, 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 Egypt ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (+10.5%), 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 exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

China remains the largest expanded clays consuming country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of expanded clays production, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Kuwait?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of expanded clays to Kuwait, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 2.7% share.

What is the average export price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Kuwait?

In 2018, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $885 per ton, shrinking by -59.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Kuwait?

The average expanded clays import price stood at $731 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -18.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded clays 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 23991920 - Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials and mixtures thereof

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
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