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Saudi Arabia: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Saudi Arabia

After two years of decline, the Saudi kaolin market increased by 27% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Kaolin consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Kaolin Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, kaolin production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw mild growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 176% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, shipments abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays increased by 122% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 200% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, kaolin exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 523%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Exports by Country

India (X tons), China (X tons) and Egypt (X tons) were the main destinations of kaolin exports from Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 97% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Egypt (with a CAGR of +56.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for kaolin exported from Saudi Arabia were Egypt ($X), China ($X) and Germany ($X), together accounting for 79% of total exports.

Germany, with a CAGR of +84.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 2.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a noticeable slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average export price increased by 108%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($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 Germany (+38.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays increased by 39% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a perceptible setback. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, total imports indicated a slight expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +80.9% against 2016 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Ukraine (X tons), the UK (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of kaolin imports to Saudi Arabia, together comprising 67% of total imports. China, Bulgaria, France, the United States, Portugal and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +21.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest kaolin suppliers to Saudi Arabia were China ($X), Ukraine ($X) and the UK ($X), with a combined 69% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of +32.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average kaolin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 3% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.2%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average import price increased by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+19.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, with a combined 44% share of global consumption. Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays production in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, together accounting for 47% of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Turkey, the UK, Indonesia, Ukraine, Japan, Iran, Hungary, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Italy, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the UK, China and Ukraine were the largest kaolin and kaolinitic clays suppliers to Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 56% of total imports. Germany, Bulgaria, France and Jordan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 19%.

What are the leading importers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the largest markets for kaolin and kaolinitic clays exported from Saudi Arabia were China and India.

What is the average export price for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $175 per ton, declining by -24.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in Saudi Arabia?

In 2019, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price amounted to $205 per ton, increasing by 1.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin 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
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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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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