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Overview of the Global Market for Gravel And Crushed Stone

Market Size for Gravel And Crushed Stone

In 2021, the global gravel and crushed stone market was finally on the rise to reach $X after four years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a perceptible setback. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the global market failed to regain momentum.

Production of Gravel And Crushed Stone

In value terms, gravel and crushed stone production expanded markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a mild decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, global production growth remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Gravel And Crushed Stone

Exports

After five years of growth, shipments abroad of gravel and crushed stone decreased by -12% to X tons in 2021. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 34%. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, gravel and crushed stone exports reduced slightly to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 31%. The global exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from China (X tons), Norway (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Oman (X tons), together finishing at 47% of total export. Germany (X tons) held a 5.3% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Indonesia (4.8%) and Belgium (4.7%). The following exporters - Mexico (X tons), France (X tons), India (X tons), Canada (X tons), Belarus (X tons) and the UK (X tons) - together made up 21% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +26.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest gravel and crushed stone supplying countries worldwide were China ($X), Norway ($X) and Germany ($X), together accounting for 26% of global exports. The United Arab Emirates, Oman, Belgium, France, Canada, India, the UK, Mexico, Belarus and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 37%.

Among the main exporting countries, Oman, with a CAGR of +25.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average gravel and crushed stone export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 12% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+6.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Gravel And Crushed Stone

Imports

Global gravel and crushed stone imports expanded sharply to X tons in 2021, with an increase of 10% on the previous year's figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 14% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, gravel and crushed stone imports reached $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 9.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports reached the maximum at $X in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons), Kuwait (X tons), Qatar (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Singapore (X tons), France (X tons), Germany (X tons), Russia (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Luxembourg (X tons) and Poland (X tons) represented the main importer of gravel and crushed stone in the world, mixing up 72% of total import. Belgium (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Bangladesh (with a CAGR of +50.1%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest gravel and crushed stone importing markets worldwide were the Netherlands ($X), Germany ($X) and Kuwait ($X), together accounting for 23% of global imports. The United States, Qatar, Singapore, Bangladesh, France, Belgium, Poland, Russia, Taiwan (Chinese) and Luxembourg lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Bangladesh, with a CAGR of +47.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average gravel and crushed stone import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -6.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+5.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of gravel and crushed stone consumption, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, gravel and crushed stone consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 4.2% share.
China remains the largest gravel and crushed stone producing country worldwide, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, gravel and crushed stone production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 4.2% share.
In value terms, Norway, Germany and Oman were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together comprising 28% of global exports.
In value terms, the largest gravel and crushed stone importing markets worldwide were the Netherlands, Hong Kong SAR and Germany, with a combined 28% share of global imports. The United States, Qatar, Kuwait, France, Belgium, Poland, Russia, Denmark, Taiwan Chinese) and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.
In 2021, the average gravel and crushed stone export price amounted to $19 per ton, surging by 9.2% against the previous year.
The average gravel and crushed stone import price stood at $21 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -11.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for gravel and crushed stone. 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 08121210 - Gravel and pebbles of a kind used for concrete aggregates, f or road metalling or for railway or other ballast, shingle and flint
  • Prodcom 08121230 - Crushed stone of a kind used for concrete aggregates, for road metalling or for railway or other ballast (excluding gravel, p ebbles, shingle and flint)
  • Prodcom 08121250 - Granules, chippings and powder of marble
  • Prodcom 08121290 - Granules, chippings and powder of travertine, ecaussine, granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone and other monumental stone
  • Prodcom 08121300 - Mixtures of slag and similar industrial waste products, w hether or not incorporating pebbles, gravel, shingle and flint for construction use

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

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  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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