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Venezuela: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Venezuela

After two years of decline, the Venezuelan kaolin market increased by 47% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. Kaolin consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Kaolin Production in Venezuela

In value terms, kaolin production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted a modest increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 159%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Venezuela

Kaolin exports from Venezuela skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, increasing by 144% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 200% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The Dominican Republic (X tons) was the main destination for kaolin exports from Venezuela, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Dominican Republic amounted to +27.5%.

In value terms, the Dominican Republic ($X) also remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinic clays exports from Venezuela.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Dominican Republic amounted to +17.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average kaolin export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -6.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 39% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the Dominican Republic.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Dominican Republic amounted to -7.6% per year.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Venezuela

In 2021, after six years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of kaolin and kaolinic clays, when their volume increased by 105% to X tons. In general, imports, however, showed a dramatic decline. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, faced a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), Colombia (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of kaolin imports to Venezuela, with a combined 61% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Mexico, Peru, Switzerland, Ukraine and France, which together accounted for a further 34%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Switzerland (with a CAGR of +5.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest kaolin suppliers to Venezuela were Colombia ($X), the United States ($X) and Mexico ($X), together accounting for 67% of total imports.

Mexico, with a CAGR of +9.9%, 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 mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average kaolin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 35% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, kaolin import price increased by +100.9% against 2016 indices. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Switzerland ($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 (+14.0%), 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 comprising 44% of global consumption. Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together accounting 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 accounting for 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 Venezuela?

In value terms, the largest kaolin and kaolinitic clays suppliers to Venezuela were the U.S., Mexico and Colombia, together comprising 60% of total imports. These countries were followed by China, France, Ukraine and Switzerland, which together accounted for a further 24%.

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

In 2019, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price amounted to $92 per ton, declining by -33.7% against the previous year.

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

The average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price stood at $313 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -14.2% against the previous year.

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