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Singapore: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Singapore

The Singaporean kaolin market soared to $X in 2021, rising by 38% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a deep setback. Kaolin consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Singapore

In 2021, overseas shipments of kaolin and kaolinic clays increased by 184% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports recorded notable growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, kaolin exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a noticeable reduction. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons), Myanmar (X tons) and Pakistan (X tons) were the main destinations of kaolin exports from Singapore, with a combined 55% share of total exports. India, China, Vietnam, Taiwan (Chinese) and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +49.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), Malaysia ($X) and Australia ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for kaolin exported from Singapore worldwide, together accounting for 45% of total exports. China, Myanmar, Taiwan (Chinese), Pakistan and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 33%.

Among the main countries of destination, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of +37.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average kaolin export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -3.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 15%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam ($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 Iran (+14.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Singapore

In 2021, purchases abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2012, thus ending a eight-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced decrease. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), China (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main suppliers of kaolin imports to Singapore, with a combined 59% share of total imports. Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, France, India and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for France (with a CAGR of +32.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest kaolin suppliers to Singapore were the United States ($X), the UK ($X) and China ($X), together comprising 63% of total imports. These countries were followed by Malaysia, Australia, France, Indonesia, India and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 20%.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of +33.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average kaolin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 7.4% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, kaolin import price increased by +33.9% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 29%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+17.7%), 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, together accounting for 44% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary, which together accounted for 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 comprising 47% of global production. Brazil, Turkey, the UK, Indonesia, Ukraine, Japan, Iran, Hungary, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

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

In value terms, the largest kaolin and kaolinitic clays suppliers to Singapore were the U.S., the UK and China, together comprising 74% of total imports. These countries were followed by Malaysia, Australia, India and France, which together accounted for a further 20%.

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

In value terms, Malaysia, China and India were the largest markets for kaolin and kaolinitic clays exported from Singapore worldwide, together accounting for 77% of total exports. These countries were followed by Myanmar, Indonesia, South Korea and Sri Lanka, which together accounted for a further 19%.

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

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $398 per ton, picking up by 6.8% against the previous year.

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

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price amounted to $289 per ton, dropping by -36% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin market in Singapore. 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 Singapore
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
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