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Libya: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Libya

The Libyan kaolin market surged to $X in 2021, jumping by 225% against the previous year. Overall, consumption recorded a significant expansion. Kaolin consumption peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Kaolin Production in Libya

In value terms, kaolin production expanded remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production enjoyed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 74% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Libya

In 2021, shipments abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays decreased by -31.4% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 110%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports declined markedly to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 74%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Tunisia (X tons) was the main destination for kaolin exports from Libya, with a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by Egypt (X tons), with a 2.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Tunisia stood at +41.8%.

In value terms, Tunisia ($X) remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinic clays exports from Libya, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Egypt ($X), with a 15% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Tunisia totaled +60.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average kaolin export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -18.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 27%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tunisia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Egypt (+14.5%).

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2021, the amount of kaolin and kaolinic clays imported into Libya soared to X tons, with an increase of 1,709% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, kaolin imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Egypt (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin to Libya, with a 34% share of total imports. Moreover, kaolin imports from Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X tons), twofold. China (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Egypt totaled +26.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (+32.3% per year) and China (+28.2% per year).

In value terms, the largest kaolin suppliers to Libya were Egypt ($X), China ($X) and the UK ($X), together comprising 58% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, India, Tunisia, Spain and Italy, which together accounted for a further 38%.

Tunisia, with a CAGR of +40.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -35.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 27%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Egypt ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tunisia (+9.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, with a combined 44% share of global consumption. Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays production in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, together comprising 47% of global production. Brazil, Turkey, the UK, Indonesia, Ukraine, Japan, Iran, Hungary, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Libya?

In value terms, the largest kaolin and kaolinitic clays suppliers to Libya were Egypt, China and the U.S., together accounting for 72% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays from Libya?

In value terms, Tunisia remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinitic clays exports from Libya.

What is the average export price for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in Libya?

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $110 per ton, which is down by -19.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in Libya?

The average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price stood at $268 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -19.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin market in Libya. 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 Libya
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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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