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Saudi Arabia: Market for Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks 2025

Market Size for Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi non-refractory ceramic building bricks market totaled $X in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the total consumption indicated resilient growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +1.7% against 2019 indices. Non-refractory ceramic building bricks consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, non-refractory ceramic building bricks production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by +0.7% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, the amount of non-refractory ceramic building bricks exported from Saudi Arabia skyrocketed to X units, with an increase of 69% against the year before. In general, exports, however, saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 79% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X units in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, non-refractory ceramic building bricks exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Yemen (X units) was the main destination for non-refractory ceramic building bricks exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 72% share of total exports. Moreover, non-refractory ceramic building bricks exports to Yemen exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X units), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Kuwait (X units), with a 7.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Yemen stood at -8.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+13.6% per year) and Kuwait (+3.8% per year).

In value terms, Yemen ($X) remains the key foreign market for non-refractory ceramic building bricks exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Kuwait, with a 6.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Yemen stood at +2.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+8.0% per year) and Kuwait (+6.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average non-refractory ceramic building bricks export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, growing by 3.2% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 25%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Bahrain ($X per unit) and Yemen ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Kuwait ($X per unit) and the United Arab Emirates ($X per unit) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Yemen (+12.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for non-refractory ceramic building bricks in the world?

The country with the largest volume of non-refractory ceramic building bricks consumption was China, comprising approx. 17% of total volume. Moreover, non-refractory ceramic building bricks consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, fourfold. Iraq ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.9% share.

What are the largest producers of non-refractory ceramic building bricks in the world?

The country with the largest volume of non-refractory ceramic building bricks production was China, comprising approx. 17% of total volume. Moreover, non-refractory ceramic building bricks production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, fourfold. Iraq ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of non-refractory ceramic building bricks to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the largest non-refractory ceramic building bricks suppliers to Saudi Arabia were Malaysia, the Netherlands and China, together comprising 66% of total imports. Jordan lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 2.9%.

What are the leading importers of non-refractory ceramic building bricks from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Yemen remains the key foreign market for non-refractory ceramic building bricks exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with an 18% share of total exports. It was followed by Kuwait, with an 8.4% share.

What is the average export price for non-refractory ceramic building bricks in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average non-refractory ceramic building bricks export price amounted to $0.2 per unit, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for non-refractory ceramic building bricks in Saudi Arabia?

The average non-refractory ceramic building bricks import price stood at $0.6 per unit in 2010, which is down by -3.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for non-refractory ceramic building bricks 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 23321110 - Non-refractory clay building bricks (excluding of siliceous fossil meals or earths)

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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024