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Saudi Arabia: Expanded Clays Market 2024

Expanded Clays Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi expanded clays market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. In general, consumption showed a buoyant expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Expanded Clays Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, expanded clays production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production posted a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 140%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Expanded Clays Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, overseas shipments of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag increased by 148% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, showed a precipitous descent. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, expanded clays exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a sharp slump. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for expanded clays exports from Saudi Arabia, with a 40% share of total exports. Moreover, expanded clays exports to France exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Kuwait (X tons), twofold. Bahrain (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France totaled -31.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Kuwait (-1.3% per year) and Bahrain (+53.0% per year).

In value terms, Finland ($X) remains the key foreign market for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 58% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Kuwait ($X), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Finland amounted to -4.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Kuwait (-19.0% per year) and Italy (-38.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 2.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 12% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Finland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($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 Finland (+23.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Expanded Clays Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2019, purchases abroad of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag increased by 111% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports saw a significant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, expanded clays imports surged to $X in 2019. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Poland (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main suppliers of expanded clays imports to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, Poland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Saudi Arabia, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 24% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Poland was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average expanded clays import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 14% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 26% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2019, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-0.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of expanded clays consumption, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

The country with the largest volume of expanded clays production was China, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Poland constituted the largest supplier of expanded clays to Saudi Arabia, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 24% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the largest markets for expanded clays exported from Saudi Arabia were Jordan, Bahrain and Yemen.

What is the average export price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Saudi Arabia?

The average expanded clays export price stood at $374 per ton in 2020, reducing by -43.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Saudi Arabia?

The average expanded clays import price stood at $1,345 per ton in 2019, falling by -14.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded clays 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 23991920 - Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials and mixtures thereof

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
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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