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Global Silica Sand Market 2024

Silica Sand Market Size

In 2022, the global silica sand market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Silica Sand Production

In value terms, silica sand production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a mild decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 11% against the previous year. Global production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Silica Sand Exports

Exports

In 2022, approx. X tons of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) were exported worldwide; reducing by -12.2% compared with the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 21%. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silica sand exports dropped to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 20%. The global exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Exports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons), distantly followed by Malaysia (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Cambodia (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) represented the largest exporters of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands), together constituting 57% of total exports. Saudi Arabia (X tons), Germany (X tons), Portugal (X tons), France (X tons), Egypt (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons), Tunisia (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) took a little share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Hungary (with a CAGR of +35.2%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest silica sand supplier worldwide, comprising 42% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 6.9% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 5.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the United States totaled +5.7%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Belgium (+0.3% per year) and Germany (+1.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average silica sand export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 3.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 8.8%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cambodia (+6.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Silica Sand Imports

Imports

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was decline in purchases abroad of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands), when their volume decreased by -3.2% to X tons. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 15% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

In value terms, silica sand imports rose sharply to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 17% against the previous year. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Canada (X tons) and China (X tons) represented roughly 34% of total imports in 2022. Italy (X tons) held the next position in the ranking, followed by Belgium (X tons). All these countries together took near 12% share of total imports. The following importers - the Netherlands (X tons), Japan (X tons), South Korea (X tons), Singapore (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Mexico (X tons), France (X tons), Bahrain (X tons) and Germany (X tons) - together made up 29% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Bahrain (with a CAGR of +38.7%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest silica sand importing markets worldwide were Canada ($X), China ($X) and Japan ($X), together accounting for 36% of global imports. Italy, Mexico, Germany, Turkey, South Korea, the Netherlands, Belgium, Singapore, France and Bahrain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +14.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average silica sand import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 9.6% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 13%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Bahrain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+5.6%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of silica sand consumption was China, comprising approx. 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 1.8% share.
China remains the largest silica sand producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 68% of total volume. Moreover, silica sand production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold.
In value terms, the United States remains the largest silica sand supplier worldwide, comprising 37% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia, with an 8.4% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with an 8.3% share.
In value terms, Canada, China and Italy appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 33% of global imports. Mexico, Japan, Taiwan Chinese), Turkey, South Korea, the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Belgium, France and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.
In 2021, the average silica sand export price amounted to $51 per ton, picking up by 10% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average silica sand import price amounted to $50 per ton, declining by -1.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global silica sand market. 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)

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

Company coverage:

Scr Sibelco Nv, Covia Holdings Corp., U.S. Silica, Emerge Energy Services Lp, Tochu Co Ltd, Egypt Globe Llc., Vrx Silica Ltd., Mitsubishi Corporation, Badger Mining Corp, Quarzwerke Gmbh, Schlingmeier Quarzsand Gmbh & Co. Kg, Strobel Quarzsand Gmbh, Preferred Sands Llc, Premier Silica, Silica Quartz (Pty) Ltd, Unimin Corporation, Llc, , Badger Mining Corporation, Associated Minerals Consolidated Ltd, Ngg Holdings Ltd, Fairmount Minerals

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • 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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • 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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