Northern America: Ceramic Tile Market 2024

Ceramic Tile Market Size in Northern America

In 2022, the North American ceramic tile market increased by 13% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Ceramic Tile Production in Northern America

In value terms, ceramic tile production contracted slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +2.4% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Ceramic Tile Exports

Exports in Northern America

In 2022, overseas shipments of ceramic tiles increased by 11% to X square meters, rising for the second consecutive year after four years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a slight contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 35%. The volume of export peaked at X square meters in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ceramic tile exports reached $X in 2022. Total exports indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +22.7% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 24%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States was the main exporter of ceramic tiles in Northern America, with the volume of exports accounting for X square meters, which was near 83% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Canada (X square meters), making up a 17% share of total exports.

The United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of ceramic tiles. Canada (-7.0%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of the United States increased by +14 percentage points.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest ceramic tile supplier in Northern America, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 23% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the United States totaled +1.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Northern America amounted to $X per square meter, increasing by 1.8% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.6%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 23%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per square meter in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per square meter), while the United States amounted to $X per square meter.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+7.6%).

Ceramic Tile Imports

Imports in Northern America

In 2022, supplies from abroad of ceramic tiles increased by 0.5% to X square meters, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 13%. The volume of import peaked at X square meters in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ceramic tile imports soared to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

The United States was the key importing country with an import of about X square meters, which resulted at 84% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Canada (X square meters), generating a 16% share of total imports.

The United States was also the fastest-growing in terms of the ceramic tiles imports, with a CAGR of +3.9% from 2012 to 2022. Canada experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of the United States (+5.3 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Canada (-5.3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported ceramic tiles in Northern America, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 16% share of total imports.

In the United States, ceramic tile imports increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Northern America stood at $X per square meter in 2022, growing by 15% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per square meter), while Canada totaled $X per square meter.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+2.3%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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