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Pakistan: Expanded Clays Market 2024

Expanded Clays Market Size in Pakistan

The Pakistani expanded clays market surged to $X in 2021, picking up by 42% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption posted a buoyant increase. Expanded clays consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Expanded Clays Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2021, shipments abroad of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag decreased by -75% to X kg, falling for the fourth year in a row after three years of growth. In general, exports saw a significant contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 118% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X kg in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, expanded clays exports fell markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a sharp decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 204% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X kg) was the main destination for expanded clays exports from Pakistan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United Arab Emirates amounted to -28.9%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the key foreign market for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag exports from Pakistan.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates amounted to -19.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average expanded clays export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 45% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted strong growth. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 +14.4% per year.

Expanded Clays Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2021, expanded clays imports into Pakistan skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by 65% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 148%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, expanded clays imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 227%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest expanded clays supplier to Pakistan, accounting for a 34% share of total imports. Moreover, expanded clays imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Philippines (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by China (X tons), with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates totaled +57.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Philippines (+2.3% per year) and China (+20.6% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Pakistan, comprising 31% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled +45.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+14.1% per year) and the UK (+28.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average expanded clays import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -18.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Denmark (+10.2%), 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 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, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 10% share.

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

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of expanded clays to Pakistan, comprising 49% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 24% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 16% share.

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

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

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

In 2020, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $1,185 per ton, growing by 6.3% against the previous year.

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

The average expanded clays import price stood at $3,827 per ton in 2020, growing by 7.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded clays market in Pakistan. 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:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

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