Africa - Clays - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Clay Market Size in Africa
In 2023, the African clay market decreased by X% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after five years of growth. In general, consumption recorded prominent growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Clay Production in Africa
In value terms, clay production reached $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Clay Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2023, exports of clays in Africa shrank to X tons, declining by X% against 2022. In general, exports showed a mild downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, clay exports reduced to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
In 2023, Senegal (X tons), distantly followed by South Africa (X tons), Morocco (X tons), Mozambique (X tons) and Egypt (X tons) were the main exporters of clays, together committing X% of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Mozambique (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest clay supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Senegal ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Egypt, with an X% share.
In South Africa, clay exports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2023. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Senegal (X% per year) and Egypt (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of X%. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Mozambique ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Clay Imports
Imports in Africa
In 2023, imports of clays in Africa totaled X tons, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, clay imports contracted slightly to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2022, and then declined in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Algeria (X tons), Tunisia (X tons), Egypt (X tons), South Africa (X tons) and Morocco (X tons) was the largest importer of clays in Africa, making up X% of total import. The following importers - Nigeria (X tons) and Ghana (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Ghana (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Egypt ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported clays in Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Africa ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Algeria, with a X% share.
In Egypt, clay imports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: South Africa (X% per year) and Algeria (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2023, falling by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 an increase of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank modestly in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while Algeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tunisia (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the clay market in Africa. 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 08122140 - Kaolin
- Prodcom 08122160 - Kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays)
- Prodcom 08122210 - Bentonite
- Prodcom 08122230 - Fireclay
- Prodcom 08122250 - Common clays and shales for construction use (excluding bentonite, fireclay, expanded clays, kaolin and kaolinic clays), a ndalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, mullite, chamotte or dinas earths
Country coverage:
- Algeria
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Western Sahara
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Africa
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Western Sahara
- South Sudan
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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