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Sri Lanka: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Sri Lanka

In 2021, the Sri Lankan kaolin market increased by 67% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after four years of decline. Overall, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Kaolin Production in Sri Lanka

In value terms, kaolin production declined markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production faced a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 207%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of kaolin and kaolinic clays, when their volume decreased by -99.4% to X kg. Overall, exports continue to indicate a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 1,171%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports declined sharply to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 3,069%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

India (X kg) and Japan (X kg) were the main destinations of kaolin exports from Sri Lanka.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Japan (with a CAGR of +17.1%).

In value terms, India ($X) remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinic clays exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 66% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a 29% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to India amounted to -32.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The average kaolin export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 44% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 163%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Japan totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to India (+21.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

In 2021, the amount of kaolin and kaolinic clays imported into Sri Lanka skyrocketed to X tons, rising by 73% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports enjoyed a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 84% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, kaolin imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed strong growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The UK (X tons), India (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of kaolin imports to Sri Lanka, with a combined 62% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Bulgaria, the United States, Vietnam, New Zealand and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 20%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +24.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($X), China ($X) and India ($X) constituted the largest kaolin suppliers to Sri Lanka, with a combined 67% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, Bulgaria, New Zealand, Malaysia and Vietnam, which together accounted for a further 23%.

Vietnam, with a CAGR of +21.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by 11% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+5.9%), 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. 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. 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 Sri Lanka?

In value terms, the UK, China and India appeared to be the largest kaolin and kaolinitic clays suppliers to Sri Lanka, with a combined 72% share of total imports.

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

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinitic clays exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 31% share of total exports.

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

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $262 per ton, growing by 18% against the previous year.

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

The average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price stood at $291 per ton in 2020, rising by 34% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin market in Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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