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Northern America: Kaolinitic Clays Market 2021

Kaolinitic Clays Market Size in Northern America

In 2019, the North American kaolinitic clays market increased by X% to $X for the first time since 2015, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, consumption continues to indicate a perceptible descent. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Kaolinitic Clays Production in Northern America

In value terms, kaolinitic clays production expanded modestly to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. In general, production, however, saw a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, production failed to regain the momentum.

Production By Country in Northern America

The U.S. (X tons) remains the largest kaolinitic clays producing country in Northern America, accounting for X% of total volume.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume in the U.S. was relatively modest.

Kaolinitic Clays Exports

Exports in Northern America

In 2019, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays), when their volume decreased by -X% to X tons. In general, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, kaolinitic clays exports reduced to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a pronounced decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from the U.S. (X tons), together reaching X% of total export.

The U.S. experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays). The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) also remains the largest kaolinitic clays supplier in Northern America.

In the U.S., kaolinitic clays exports plunged by an average annual rate of -X% over the period from 2007-2019.

Export Prices by Country

The kaolinitic clays export price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2019, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a noticeable reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011 when the export price increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the U.S. amounted to -X% per year.

Kaolinitic Clays Imports

Imports in Northern America

In 2019, approx. X tons of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) were imported in Northern America; jumping by X% compared with the year before. Total imports indicated a mild increase from 2007 to 2019: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolinitic clays imports fell modestly to $X in 2019. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. The level of import peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Canada represented the major importer of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) in Northern America, with the volume of imports recording X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2019. It was distantly followed by the U.S. (X tons), achieving a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by the U.S..

In value terms, Canada ($X) and the U.S. ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2019, with a combined X% share of total imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, the U.S. saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The kaolinitic clays import price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2019, waning by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 when the import price increased by X% year-to-year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, import prices failed to regain the momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the U.S. totaled $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) in Northern America?

The U.S. constituted the country with the largest volume of kaolinitic clays consumption, accounting for 77% of total volume. Moreover, kaolinitic clays consumption in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada, threefold.

What are the largest producers of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) in Northern America?

The U.S. remains the largest kaolinitic clays producing country in Northern America, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) in Northern America?

In value terms, the U.S. remains the largest kaolinitic clays supplier in Northern America.

What are the leading importers of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) in Northern America?

In value terms, the largest kaolinitic clays importing markets in Northern America were Canada and the U.S., with a combined 100% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) in Northern America?

In 2019, the kaolinitic clays export price in Northern America amounted to $92 per ton, with an increase of 7.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) in Northern America?

The kaolinitic clays import price in Northern America stood at $166 per ton in 2019, shrinking by -28.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolinitic clays market in Northern America. 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08122160 - Kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays)

Country coverage:

Bermuda
Canada
Greenland
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Northern America, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Northern America
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bermuda
- Canada
- Greenland
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- United States
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023