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Nigeria: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Nigeria

The Nigerien kaolin market reduced dramatically to $X in 2021, which is down by -15.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption faced a sharp reduction. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Kaolin Production in Nigeria

In value terms, kaolin production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production faced a precipitous slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 104%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Nigeria

In 2021, exports of kaolin and kaolinic clays from Nigeria rose sharply to X tons, picking up by 10% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports posted a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 237%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 180% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Benin (X tons) was the main destination for kaolin exports from Nigeria, with a 50% share of total exports. Moreover, kaolin exports to Benin exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Benin totaled +2.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (+36.0% per year) and Italy (+7.8% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for kaolin exported from Nigeria were Italy ($X), Benin ($X) and China ($X), together accounting for 63% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, China, with a CAGR of +17.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average kaolin export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 85% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Benin ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Niger (+11.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Nigeria

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays decreased by -29.5% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 295% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2020, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, kaolin imports dropped to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 161%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main supplier of kaolin to Nigeria, with a 98% share of total imports. It was followed by India (X tons), with a 1.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +29.6%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinic clays to Nigeria, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 1.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at +26.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 25% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 39% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for China amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (-0.7%).

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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, with a combined 44% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary, which together accounted 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, together comprising 47% 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 Nigeria?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Nigeria, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 2.7% share of total imports.

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

In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinitic clays exports from Nigeria, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China $870), with a 17% share of total exports.

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

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $406 per ton, increasing by 28% against the previous year.

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

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price amounted to $231 per ton, dropping by -6.1% against the previous year.

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