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New Zealand - Silica Sands (Quartz Sands or Industrial Sands) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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New Zealand: Silica Sand Market 2024

Silica Sand Market Size in New Zealand

After two years of growth, the New Zealand silica sand market decreased by -1.8% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption enjoyed a significant expansion. Silica sand consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Silica Sand Production in New Zealand

In value terms, silica sand production contracted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 900%. Silica sand production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Silica Sand Exports

Exports from New Zealand

In 2022, shipments abroad of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) decreased by -57.1% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after five years of growth. In general, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 554%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silica sand exports declined markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 410%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

New Caledonia (X tons) was the main destination for silica sand exports from New Zealand, with a 74% share of total exports. Moreover, silica sand exports to New Caledonia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Japan (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Australia (X tons), with a 2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to New Caledonia totaled +23.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+220.4% per year) and Australia (+8.7% per year).

In value terms, New Caledonia ($X) remains the key foreign market for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) exports from New Zealand, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Fiji, with a 3.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to New Caledonia amounted to +29.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+205.0% per year) and Fiji (+6.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average silica sand export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 4.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a mild increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 166% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Fiji ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Australia ($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 New Caledonia (+4.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Silica Sand Imports

Imports into New Zealand

In 2022, overseas purchases of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) increased by 0.3% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 397%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, silica sand imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 108%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Australia (X tons) was the main supplier of silica sand to New Zealand, with a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Australia stood at -6.6%.

In value terms, Australia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) to New Zealand.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Australia amounted to -1.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average silica sand import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 66% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 384% against the previous year. 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 Australia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Australia amounted to +5.4% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of silica sand consumption was China, comprising approx. 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 1.8% share.

What are the largest producers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in the world?

China remains the largest silica sand producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold.

What are the leading suppliers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) to New Zealand?

In value terms, Australia constituted the largest supplier of silica sand to New Zealand.

What are the leading importers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) from New Zealand?

In value terms, New Caledonia remains the key foreign market for silica sand exports from New Zealand, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 15% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in New Zealand?

The average silica sand export price stood at $242 per ton in 2021, rising by 6.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in New Zealand?

The average silica sand import price stood at $96 per ton in 2021, which is down by -86.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silica sand market in New Zealand. 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:

Prodcom 08121150 - Silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands)

Country coverage:

New Zealand

Data coverage:

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