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Saudi Arabia: Feldspar Market 2024

Feldspar Market Size in Saudi Arabia

For the fourth year in a row, the Saudi feldspar market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 4.9% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption, however, saw a pronounced shrinkage. Feldspar consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Feldspar Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, feldspar production shrank slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Feldspar production peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Feldspar Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of feldspar decreased by -65.2% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 624% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

In value terms, feldspar exports contracted rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed tangible growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 551% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of feldspar exports from Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +41.0%).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the key foreign market for feldspar exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Oman ($X), with a 20% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates totaled +23.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average feldspar export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -6.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average export price increased by 196% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Oman stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (-12.7%).

Feldspar Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, approx. X tons of feldspar were imported into Saudi Arabia; stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, imports recorded a precipitous curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 61%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, feldspar imports totaled $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 72% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, India (X tons) constituted the largest feldspar supplier to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 76% share of total imports. Moreover, feldspar imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from India totaled +6.1%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of feldspar to Saudi Arabia, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 20% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average feldspar import price amounted to $X per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 6.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+6.7%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for feldspar in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of feldspar consumption in 2020 were Italy, Turkey and India, together comprising 44% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of feldspar in the world?

The country with the largest volume of feldspar production was Turkey, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, feldspar production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. Italy ranked third in terms of total production with a 13% share.

What are the leading suppliers of feldspar to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of feldspar to Saudi Arabia, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 4.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of feldspar from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for feldspar exports from Saudi Arabia.

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

In 2020, the average feldspar export price amounted to $57 per ton, jumping by 23% against the previous year.

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

The average feldspar import price stood at $89 per ton in 2016, with a decrease of -9.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the feldspar 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.

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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 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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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