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Portugal: Fireclay Market 2024

Fireclay Market Size in Portugal

The Portuguese fireclay market was estimated at $X in 2021, picking up by 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a slight slump. Fireclay consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Fireclay Production in Portugal

In value terms, fireclay production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 29%. Fireclay production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fireclay Exports

Exports from Portugal

Fireclay exports from Portugal plummeted to X tons in 2021, dropping by -19.3% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a precipitous setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 88%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fireclay exports rose rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a sharp slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 94%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Algeria (X tons), Tunisia (X tons) and Morocco (X tons) were the main destinations of fireclay exports from Portugal, together comprising 100% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Algeria (with a CAGR of +17.3%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Algeria ($X), Tunisia ($X) and Morocco ($X) constituted the largest markets for fireclay exported from Portugal worldwide, with a combined 99% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Algeria, with a CAGR of +15.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average fireclay export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 32% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a temperate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 93%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Algeria ($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 Turkey (+62.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fireclay Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2021, imports of fireclay into Portugal surged to X tons, rising by 3,764% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant expansion. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fireclay imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a resilient increase. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Ukraine (X tons) was the main fireclay supplier to Portugal, accounting for a 93% share of total imports. Moreover, fireclay imports from Ukraine exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Ukraine stood at +24.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+3.9% per year) and France (+14.1% per year).

In value terms, Ukraine ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fireclay to Portugal, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 14% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Ukraine stood at +26.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-6.8% per year) and France (+14.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average fireclay import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -72.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 271% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Luxembourg (+9.3%), 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 fireclay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Ukraine and the United States, together accounting for 38% of global consumption. India, Russia, Brazil, Japan, Pakistan, Italy, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of fireclay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Ukraine and the United States, together comprising 43% of global production. These countries were followed by India, Brazil, Russia, Japan, Pakistan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria, France and Canada, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of fireclay to Portugal?

In value terms, Ukraine constituted the largest supplier of fireclay to Portugal, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 19% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fireclay from Portugal?

In value terms, Algeria, Tunisia and Morocco constituted the largest markets for fireclay exported from Portugal worldwide, with a combined 99% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for fireclay in Portugal?

In 2021, the average fireclay export price amounted to $115 per ton, growing by 10% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fireclay in Portugal?

In 2021, the average fireclay import price amounted to $319 per ton, falling by -23.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fireclay market in Portugal. 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 08122230 - Fireclay

Country coverage:

Portugal

Data coverage:

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