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Mexico: Common Clay Market 2024

Common Clay Market Size in Mexico

In 2022, the Mexican common clay market increased by 0.9% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, recorded strong growth. Common clay consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Common Clay Exports

Exports from Mexico

For the fourth year in a row, Mexico recorded decline in shipments abroad of common clay, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports recorded a significant contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 26,414% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, common clay exports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a sharp shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 26,151% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X kg) was the main destination for common clay exports from Mexico, with a 43% share of total exports. Moreover, common clay exports to Saudi Arabia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Colombia (X kg), threefold. Ecuador (X kg) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 17% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Saudi Arabia amounted to -36.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Colombia (-44.6% per year) and Ecuador (-41.5% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and Colombia ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for common clay exported from Mexico worldwide, together accounting for 79% of total exports.

The United States, with a CAGR of -29.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average common clay export price amounted to $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 28% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Jamaica ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ecuador ($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 the United States (+27.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Common Clay Imports

Imports into Mexico

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of common clay decreased by -1.9% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 145% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, common clay imports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 98% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main supplier of common clay to Mexico, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled +18.6%.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States stood at +14.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average common clay import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 31%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 -3.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for common clay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of common clay consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and Russia, together accounting for 43% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of common clay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of common clay production in 2020 were China, the U.S. and Russia, with a combined 43% share of global production. India, Japan, Spain, Pakistan, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Turkey, Italy and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of common clay to Mexico?

In value terms, the U.S. constituted the largest supplier of common clay to Mexico.

What are the leading importers of common clay from Mexico?

In value terms, the U.S. emerged as the key foreign market for common clay exports from Mexico, comprising 51% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ecuador, with a 21% share of total exports. It was followed by Honduras, with a 8.5% share.

What is the average export price for common clay in Mexico?

The average common clay export price stood at $856 per ton in 2020, surging by 45% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for common clay in Mexico?

The average common clay import price stood at $173 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -13.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the common clay 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
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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