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Mexico: Bentonite Market 2024

Bentonite Market Size in Mexico

The Mexican bentonite market fell rapidly to $X in 2022, which is down by -23.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Bentonite Production in Mexico

In value terms, bentonite production shrank modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 77%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Bentonite Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2022, approx. X tons of bentonite were exported from Mexico; increasing by 57% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 152%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, bentonite exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports enjoyed resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 107% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for bentonite exports from Mexico, with a 67% share of total exports. Moreover, bentonite exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Guatemala (X tons), fourfold. El Salvador (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States totaled +35.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Guatemala (+41.6% per year) and El Salvador (+65.7% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for bentonite exports from Mexico, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Guatemala ($X), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by El Salvador, with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at +19.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Guatemala (+33.2% per year) and El Salvador (+57.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bentonite export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 63% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Chile ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Nicaragua ($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 Thailand (+40.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Bentonite Imports

Imports into Mexico

After five years of growth, supplies from abroad of bentonite decreased by -51.7% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a notable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 104% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

In value terms, bentonite imports contracted significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted tangible growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 63%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main bentonite supplier to Mexico, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States stood at +2.4%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bentonite to Mexico.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States amounted to +4.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bentonite import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 35% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +1.6% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bentonite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 47% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of bentonite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 61% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of bentonite to Mexico?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of bentonite to Mexico.

What are the leading importers of bentonite from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for bentonite exports from Mexico, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Guatemala, with a 6.6% share of total exports. It was followed by El Salvador, with a 5.2% share.

What is the average export price for bentonite in Mexico?

In 2021, the average bentonite export price amounted to $231 per ton, reducing by -17.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bentonite in Mexico?

In 2021, the average bentonite import price amounted to $238 per ton, falling by -5.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bentonite market in Mexico. 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:

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Country coverage:

Mexico

Data coverage:

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