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Switzerland: Natural Sand Market 2022

Natural Sand Market Size in Switzerland

The Swiss natural sand market reduced to $X in 2021, waning by -7.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 5.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Natural Sand Production in Switzerland

In value terms, natural sand production contracted modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by 8.9% against the previous year. Natural sand production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Natural Sand Exports

Exports from Switzerland

Natural sand exports from Switzerland soared to X tons in 2021, surging by 1,711% against the previous year. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, natural sand exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for natural sand exports from Switzerland, accounting for a 88% share of total exports. Moreover, natural sand exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany amounted to +41.2%.

In value terms, France ($X) remains the key foreign market for natural sand exports from Switzerland, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 29% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France amounted to +28.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average natural sand export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -22.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 41%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum 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 export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France (+6.2%).

Natural Sand Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2021, supplies from abroad of natural sands was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, natural sand imports rose markedly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest natural sand supplier to Switzerland, accounting for a 59% share of total imports. Moreover, natural sand imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany totaled +7.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+8.6% per year) and France (+13.1% per year).

In value terms, the largest natural sand suppliers to Switzerland were Germany ($X), France ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 90% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, France, with a CAGR of +4.1%, 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 a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average natural sand import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -30.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 4.1%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (-7.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for natural sands in the world?

The country with the largest volume of natural sand consumption was China, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 2.6% share.

What are the largest producers of natural sands in the world?

The country with the largest volume of natural sand production was China, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, eightfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 2.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of natural sands to Switzerland?

In value terms, Germany, France and Italy were the largest natural sand suppliers to Switzerland, with a combined 91% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of natural sands from Switzerland?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for natural sand exports from Switzerland, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 14% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for natural sands in Switzerland?

The average natural sand export price stood at $9.7 per ton in 2020, increasing by 31% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural sands in Switzerland?

The average natural sand import price stood at $43 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -1.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural sand market in Switzerland. 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 08121150 - Silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands)
Prodcom 08121190 - Construction sands such as clayey sands, kaolinic sands, f eldspathic sands (excluding silica sands, metal bearing sands)

Country coverage:

Switzerland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Switzerland
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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