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Norway: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Norway

The Norwegian kaolin market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after eight years of decline. Overall, consumption saw a deep contraction. Kaolin consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Norway

Kaolin exports from Norway soared to X tons in 2021, with an increase of 5,501% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports recorded a strong expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, kaolin exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Finland (X tons) was the main destination for kaolin exports from Norway, with a 69% share of total exports. Moreover, kaolin exports to Finland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Sweden (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Denmark (X tons), with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Finland totaled +79.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Sweden (+21.9% per year) and Denmark (+36.3% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for kaolin exported from Norway were Sweden ($X), Finland ($X) and Iceland ($X), with a combined 89% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Finland, with a CAGR of +74.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 61% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 114% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Iceland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Finland ($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 the Netherlands (+174.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Norway

In 2021, the amount of kaolin and kaolinic clays imported into Norway fell to X tons, which is down by -6% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports faced a sharp decline. The smallest decline of -4.1% was in 2017. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports expanded sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a abrupt decline. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin to Norway, with a 50% share of total imports. Moreover, kaolin imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain totaled -12.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-31.2% per year) and Belgium (+109.9% per year).

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinic clays to Norway, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($X), with a 14% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain totaled -7.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-30.3% per year) and Belgium (+77.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average kaolin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 15% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, kaolin import price increased by +82.1% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 41%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+5.4%), 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 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, together comprising 44% 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 Norway?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Norway, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 26% share of total imports.

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

The average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price stood at $119 per ton in 2020, waning by -84.1% against the previous year.

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

The average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price stood at $195 per ton in 2020, jumping by 57% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin market in Norway. 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
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Norway
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
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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