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New Zealand: Talc And Steatite Market 2024

Talc And Steatite Market Size in New Zealand

The New Zealand talc and steatite market shrank to $X in 2022, reducing by -13.4% 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). In general, consumption recorded a noticeable descent. Talc and steatite consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Talc And Steatite Exports

Exports from New Zealand

In 2022, approx. X tons of talc and steatite were exported from New Zealand; jumping by 91% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports showed a tangible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 173% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, talc and steatite exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a notable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 182% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Fiji (X tons) was the main destination for talc and steatite exports from New Zealand, accounting for a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by French Polynesia (X tons), with a 1.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Fiji totaled +9.9%.

In value terms, Fiji ($X) remains the key foreign market for talc and steatite exports from New Zealand, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by French Polynesia ($X), with a 2.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Fiji totaled +8.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average talc and steatite export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -21.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 218%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was French Polynesia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Fiji amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Australia (+20.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Talc And Steatite Imports

Imports into New Zealand

In 2022, approx. X tons of talc and steatite were imported into New Zealand; falling by -18.2% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports recorded a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 36%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, talc and steatite imports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 71% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of talc and steatite to New Zealand, accounting for a 76% share of total imports. Moreover, talc and steatite imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India (X tons), with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled +1.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-7.2% per year) and India (+92.5% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of talc and steatite to New Zealand, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled +5.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-8.6% per year) and India (+100.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average talc and steatite import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 8.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 25% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.1%), 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 talc and steatite in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of talc and steatite consumption, comprising approx. 16% of total volume. Moreover, talc and steatite consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of talc and steatite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Brazil, with a combined 43% share of global production. These countries were followed by Turkey, the United States, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, France, Pakistan, Finland, Canada, Afghanistan, Italy and Japan, which together accounted for a further 38%.

What are the leading suppliers of talc and steatite to New Zealand?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of talc and steatite to New Zealand, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 19% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of talc and steatite from New Zealand?

In value terms, Fiji emerged as the key foreign market for talc and steatite exports from New Zealand, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 26% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for talc and steatite in New Zealand?

The average talc and steatite export price stood at $593 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 31% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for talc and steatite in New Zealand?

The average talc and steatite import price stood at $200 per ton in 2021, waning by -3.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the talc and steatite 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.

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Market volume and value
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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
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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