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Oman: Expanded Clays Market 2024

Expanded Clays Market Size in Oman

The Omani expanded clays market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. In general, consumption showed a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Expanded Clays Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2021, overseas shipments of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag decreased by -48% to X tons for the first time since 2011, thus ending a nine-year rising trend. In general, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 378% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, expanded clays exports contracted significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 198%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons) was the main destination for expanded clays exports from Oman, accounting for a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates (X kg), with a 0.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Qatar stood at +69.8%.

In value terms, Qatar ($X) remains the key foreign market for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag exports from Oman, comprising 100% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 0.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Qatar totaled +48.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -21.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by 56%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Qatar ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (-0.5%).

Expanded Clays Imports

Imports into Oman

In 2021, supplies from abroad of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports posted significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 384% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, expanded clays imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 180% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest expanded clays supplier to Oman, with a 63% share of total imports. Moreover, expanded clays imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Iran (X tons), twofold. Russia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 4.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates amounted to +88.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iran (+34.5% per year) and Russia (+27.6% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Oman, comprising 53% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Russia ($X), with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled +55.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Russia (+28.4% per year) and Italy (+38.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average expanded clays import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 9.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 22%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (+0.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

The country with the largest volume of expanded clays consumption was China, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

The country with the largest volume of expanded clays production was China, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of expanded clays to Oman, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 9.2% share.

What are the leading importers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag from Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for expanded clays exports from Oman.

What is the average export price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Oman?

In 2020, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $1,410 per ton, shrinking by -14.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Oman?

In 2020, the average expanded clays import price amounted to $637 per ton, declining by -9.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded clays 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 23991920 - Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials and mixtures thereof

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
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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