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Qatar: Kaolin Market 2021

Kaolin Market Size in Qatar

After two years of growth, the Qatari kaolin market decreased by -X% to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a moderate increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2012 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Qatar consumption peaked at $X in 2018, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Qatar

In 2019, approx. X kg of kaolin were exported from Qatar; remaining stable against the year before. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a resilient increase. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports amounted to $X in 2019. In general, exports continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. Qatar exports peaked at $X in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons) and the U.S. (X tons) represented the largest exporters of kaolin in 2019, amounting to near X% and X% of total exports, respectively. The UK (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by China (X%), the Czech Republic (X%), Belgium (X%), Germany (X%) and Ukraine (X%).

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by the Czech Republic, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) remains the largest kaolin supplier from Qatar, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the U.S. stood at -X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Brazil (-X% per year) and Belgium (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the kaolin export price in Qatar amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a resilient expansion. Qatar export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the U.S. ($X per ton), while Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Qatar

In 2019, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of kaolin, when their volume decreased by -X% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a temperate increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2012 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Qatar imports peaked at X tons in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports dropped sharply to $X in 2019. Overall, imports, however, saw a moderate increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018, and then fell notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Belgium (X tons), followed by Finland (X tons), Italy (X tons), Russia (X tons), Germany (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main importers of kaolin, together constituting X% of total imports. Canada (X tons), Japan (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the U.S. (X tons), Algeria (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Algeria, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest kaolin importing markets into Qatar were Belgium ($X), China ($X) and Japan ($X), together comprising X% of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Finland, Mexico, Italy, Canada, Sweden, Russia, the U.S., Taiwan (Chinese) and Algeria, which together accounted for a further X the main importing countries, Algeria saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

In 2019, the kaolin import price in Qatar amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a mild increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 an increase of X% year-to-year. Qatar import price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Algeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for kaolin in the world?

The U.S. remains the largest kaolin consuming country worldwide, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, kaolin consumption in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 6.9% share.

What are the largest producers of kaolin in the world?

The country with the largest volume of kaolin production was the U.S., comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, kaolin production in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 8.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolin to Qatar?

In value terms, Belgium, China and Japan were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2019, together comprising 22% of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Finland, Mexico, Italy, Canada, Sweden, Russia, the U.S., Taiwan Chinese) and Algeria, which together accounted for a further 37%.

What are the leading importers of kaolin from Qatar?

In value terms, the U.S. remains the largest kaolin supplier from Qatar, comprising 36% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 11% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 10% share.

What is the average export price for kaolin in Qatar?

The kaolin export price in Qatar stood at $0 per ton in 2019, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for kaolin in Qatar?

In 2019, the kaolin import price in Qatar amounted to $742 per ton, shrinking by -6.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin market in Qatar. 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08122140 - Kaolin

Country coverage:

Qatar

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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 Qatar
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