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U.S.: Feldspar Market 2024

Feldspar Market Size in the U.S.

In 2021, the U.S. feldspar market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Feldspar Production in the U.S.

In value terms, feldspar production fell to $X in 2021. Overall, production, however, recorded a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 227%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Feldspar Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2021, overseas shipments of feldspar were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, feldspar exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) was the main destination for feldspar exports from the United States, accounting for a 50% share of total exports. Moreover, feldspar exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Colombia (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Panama (X tons), with a 5.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada totaled -2.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Colombia (+6.5% per year) and Panama (+11.3% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for feldspar exported from the United States were Canada ($X), Colombia ($X) and Panama ($X), with a combined 74% share of total exports. Spain, Costa Rica, El Salvador and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +677.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of 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 feldspar export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 11% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 33%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to El Salvador ($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 Chile (+805.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Feldspar Imports

Imports into the U.S.

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of feldspar increased by 290% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 635% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, feldspar imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 421%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X tons) was the main supplier of feldspar to the United States, accounting for a 90% share of total imports. Moreover, feldspar imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Mexico (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey totaled +39.5%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of feldspar to the United States, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mexico ($X), with a 29% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey stood at +23.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average feldspar import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -26.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 91%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+6.6%).

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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, with a combined 44% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of feldspar in the world?

Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of feldspar production, 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 the U.S.?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of feldspar to the U.S., comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 28% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of feldspar from the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada remains the key foreign market for feldspar exports from the U.S., comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Colombia, with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by El Salvador, with a 6% share.

What is the average export price for feldspar in the U.S.?

The average feldspar export price stood at $383 per ton in 2020, surging by 38% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for feldspar in the U.S.?

In 2020, the average feldspar import price amounted to $108 per ton, surging by 6.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the feldspar market in the U.S.. 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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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
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
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