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Saudi Arabia: Chalk Market 2022

Chalk Market Size in Saudi Arabia

After three years of growth, the Saudi chalk market decreased by -4.5% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption, however, posted a prominent expansion. Chalk consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Chalk Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, chalk production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 69% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Chalk Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, chalk exports from Saudi Arabia soared to X tons, picking up by 64% against 2020. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 1,546% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, chalk exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 780% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X tons) was the main destination for chalk exports from Saudi Arabia, with a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, chalk exports to Kuwait exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Bahrain (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Kuwait stood at +73.4%.

In value terms, Kuwait ($X) remains the key foreign market for chalk exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bahrain ($X), with a 28% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Kuwait totaled +55.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average chalk export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -12.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Kuwait stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bahrain (-9.3%).

Chalk Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, purchases abroad of chalks decreased by -68.6% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 20,734% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, chalk imports dropped sharply to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 5,366%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Jordan (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of chalk to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 85% share of total imports. Moreover, chalk imports from Jordan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Egypt (X tons), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Jordan stood at -82.0%.

In value terms, Jordan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chalk to Saudi Arabia, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt ($X), with a 1.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Jordan totaled -31.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average chalk import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 129%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Jordan ($X per ton), while the price for Egypt totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Jordan (+0.1%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chalk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, with a combined 46% share of global consumption. The United States, Brazil, Japan, Hungary, Nigeria, Mexico, the UK and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of chalk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, with a combined 46% share of global production. The United States, Brazil, Japan, Hungary, Nigeria, Mexico, the UK and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of chalk to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Jordan constituted the largest supplier of chalk to Saudi Arabia.

What are the leading importers of chalk from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Kuwait remains the key foreign market for chalk exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bahrain, with a 31% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for chalk in Saudi Arabia?

The average chalk export price stood at $66 per ton in 2021, declining by -2.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chalk in Saudi Arabia?

The average chalk import price stood at $39 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 4.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chalk market in Saudi Arabia. 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 08113010 - Chalk

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

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