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Myanmar: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Myanmar

The Myanmar's kaolin market declined to $X in 2021, which is down by -11.2% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a perceptible slump. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Myanmar

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays decreased by -37.1% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 836%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 742% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Thailand (X tons) was the main destination for kaolin exports from Myanmar, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Thailand was relatively modest.

In value terms, Thailand ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinic clays exports from Myanmar.

From 2014 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Thailand was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a modest increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2014 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +20.5% per year.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Myanmar

In 2021, kaolin imports into Myanmar reduced remarkably to X tons, waning by -16.3% compared with 2020. Over the period under review, imports recorded a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 147% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports shrank to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a perceptible setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 139% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Malaysia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin to Myanmar, accounting for a 80% share of total imports. Moreover, kaolin imports from Malaysia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India (X tons), with a 3.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Malaysia amounted to +5.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-16.9% per year) and India (+5.5% per year).

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinic clays to Myanmar, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 7.8% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 6.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Malaysia totaled +3.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-15.0% per year) and Germany (-2.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average kaolin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 5.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+9.1%), 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 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, together comprising 44% of global consumption. Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for 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, with a combined 47% share 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 Myanmar?

In value terms, Malaysia constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Myanmar, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 8.6% share of total imports.

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

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

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

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $105 per ton, waning by -7.2% against the previous year.

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

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price amounted to $256 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

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