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Romania: Silica Sand Market 2024

Silica Sand Market Size in Romania

The Romanian silica sand market reached $X in 2022, rising by 7.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -5.4% against 2020 indices. Silica sand consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Silica Sand Production in Romania

In value terms, silica sand production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 65%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Silica Sand Exports

Exports from Romania

In 2022, overseas shipments of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) increased by 24% to X tons, rising for the fifth consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports showed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 3,275% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, silica sand exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 175%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Hungary (X tons) was the main destination for silica sand exports from Romania, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Hungary stood at +71.5%.

In value terms, Hungary ($X) also remains the key foreign market for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) exports from Romania.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Hungary totaled +25.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average silica sand export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a dramatic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 2,055% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Hungary amounted to -27.0% per year.

Silica Sand Imports

Imports into Romania

In 2022, purchases abroad of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) increased by 16% to X tons, rising for the fifth consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, total imports indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +71.3% against 2017 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 24%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, silica sand imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +47.6% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 59%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Bulgaria (X tons) was the main silica sand supplier to Romania, accounting for a approx. 96% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Bulgaria totaled +5.0%.

In value terms, Bulgaria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) to Romania.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Bulgaria amounted to +2.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average silica sand import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -8.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 34%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Bulgaria.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bulgaria amounted to -1.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in the world?

China remains the largest silica sand consuming country worldwide, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 1.8% share.

What are the largest producers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in the world?

China remains the largest silica sand producing country worldwide, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold.

What are the leading suppliers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) to Romania?

In value terms, Bulgaria constituted the largest supplier of silica sand to Romania.

What are the leading importers of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) from Romania?

In value terms, Hungary remains the key foreign market for silica sand exports from Romania, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Moldova, with a 2% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in Romania?

The average silica sand export price stood at $9.1 per ton in 2021, surging by 15% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) in Romania?

In 2021, the average silica sand import price amounted to $37 per ton, surging by 35% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silica sand market in Romania. 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 08121150 - Silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands)

Country coverage:

Romania

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Romania
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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