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Oman: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Oman

In 2021, the Omani kaolin market decreased by -4% to $X, falling for the fourth year in a row after three years of growth. In general, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt slump. Kaolin consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Kaolin Production in Oman

In value terms, kaolin production contracted slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, faced a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the production volume increased by 566% against the previous year. Kaolin production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2021, shipments abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, faced a sharp decline. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for kaolin exports from Oman, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United Arab Emirates totaled -10.1%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinic clays exports from Oman.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United Arab Emirates totaled -22.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average kaolin export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 40%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -13.6% per year.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Oman

For the third year in a row, Oman recorded decline in supplies from abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays, which decreased by -28.8% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports showed a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 203% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports dropped notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 133% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the UK (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin to Oman, accounting for a 45% share of total imports. Moreover, kaolin imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by China (X tons), with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK amounted to -10.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+3.3% per year) and China (+39.1% per year).

In value terms, the largest kaolin suppliers to Oman were the UK ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and China ($X), together comprising 71% of total imports. These countries were followed by India, Ukraine, Spain and Portugal, which together accounted for a further 19%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Portugal, with a CAGR of +46.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average kaolin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 12% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% 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 +86.7% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 42%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (+10.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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. These countries were followed by Brazil, Turkey, the UK, Indonesia, Ukraine, Japan, Iran, Hungary, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Italy, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Oman?

In value terms, the largest kaolin and kaolinitic clays suppliers to Oman were the UK, the United Arab Emirates and India, with a combined 82% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Ukraine, China, Bulgaria and Spain, which together accounted for a further 14%.

What are the leading importers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays from Oman?

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

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

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $13,615 per ton, jumping by 35% against the previous year.

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

The average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price stood at $181 per ton in 2020, picking up by 6.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin 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.

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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 Oman
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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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