Myanmar: Market for Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths 2025

Market Size for Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths in Myanmar

After two years of growth, the Myanmar's market for refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths decreased by -67.7% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption faced a deep slump. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths

Exports from Myanmar

Exports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths from Myanmar totaled X tons in 2019, approximately reflecting 2018 figures. In general, exports recorded a dramatic decline. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, exports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths totaled $X in 2019. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the maximum in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for exports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths from Myanmar, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China was relatively modest.

From 2013 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to China was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths stood at $X per ton in 2019, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price decreased by 99.9%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2019 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

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

From 2013 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Japan amounted to 0.0% per year.

Imports of Refractory Products of Siliceous or Diatomite Earths

Imports into Myanmar

In 2021, the amount of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths imported into Myanmar reduced markedly to X tons, with a decrease of -59% against 2020. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a perceptible downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 278% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports of failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths declined remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 125% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports of remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Singapore (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths to Myanmar, together accounting for 93% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of +53.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Thailand ($X), Singapore ($X) and India ($X) constituted the largest refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths suppliers to Myanmar, together accounting for 76% of total imports.

Singapore, with a CAGR of +25.7%, recorded 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 a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for refractory products of siliceous or diatomite earths stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -21.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 58%. 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.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (-5.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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