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Oman: Clay Market 2024

Clay Market Size in Oman

After two years of growth, the Omani clay market decreased by X% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Clay consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Clay Production in Oman

In value terms, clay production rose notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated measured growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Clay Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2022, clay exports from Oman shrank rapidly to X tons, declining by X% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports recorded a precipitous contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, clay exports fell significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a sharp slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for clay exports from Oman, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, clay exports to the United Arab Emirates exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, India (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United Arab Emirates stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: India (X% per year) and Pakistan (X% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the key foreign market for clays exports from Oman, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: India (X% per year) and Pakistan (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average clay export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Pakistan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Pakistan (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Clay Imports

Imports into Oman

In 2022, approx. X tons of clays were imported into Oman; reducing by X% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, clay imports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a noticeable contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X tons) was the main supplier of clay to Oman, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from India totaled X%.

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of clays to Oman.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from India totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average clay import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a perceptible setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for India.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, China and the United States, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Ukraine, Spain, Italy, Japan, Brazil, Turkey, Germany, Pakistan and Canada, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, China and the United States, with a combined 47% share of global production. Ukraine, India, Brazil, Germany, Turkey, Japan and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of clays to Oman?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of clay to Oman, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of clays from Oman?

In value terms, the largest markets for clay exported from Oman were the United Arab Emirates, Spain and Italy, together accounting for 90% of total exports.

What is the average export price for clays in Oman?

In 2021, the average clay export price amounted to $131 per ton, which is down by -10.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for clays in Oman?

In 2021, the average clay import price amounted to $78 per ton, picking up by 9.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the clay market in Oman. 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.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08122140 - Kaolin
Prodcom 08122160 - Kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays)
Prodcom 08122210 - Bentonite
Prodcom 08122230 - Fireclay
Prodcom 08122250 - Common clays and shales for construction use (excluding bentonite, fireclay, expanded clays, kaolin and kaolinic clays), a ndalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, mullite, chamotte or dinas earths

Country coverage:

Oman

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Oman
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. 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