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Kaolin Market Size in the EU
After two years of growth, the EU kaolin market decreased by X% to $X in 2023. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the market value increased by X%. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Kaolin Production in the EU
In value terms, kaolin production rose markedly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.
Kaolin Exports
Exports in the EU
After two years of growth, overseas shipments of kaolin and kaolinic clays decreased by X% to X tons in 2023. Total exports indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2023: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2022, and then contracted markedly in the following year.
In value terms, kaolin exports declined to $X in 2023. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
In 2023, Germany (X tons) represented the largest exporter of kaolin and kaolinic clays, constituting X% of total exports. The Czech Republic (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by Portugal (X tons), Belgium (X tons), France (X tons), Bulgaria (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Romania (X tons). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to kaolin exports from Germany stood at X%. At the same time, Romania (X%), Portugal (X%), Belgium (X%) and Spain (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Romania emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the European Union, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Bulgaria experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, France (X%) and the Czech Republic (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Germany, Romania and Portugal increased by X, X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Belgium ($X), Germany ($X) and the Czech Republic ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, with a combined X% share of total exports. France, Bulgaria, Spain, Portugal and Romania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Romania, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in the European Union stood at $X per ton in 2023, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while Romania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bulgaria (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Kaolin Imports
Imports in the EU
In 2023, kaolin imports in the European Union shrank rapidly to X tons, declining by X% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, kaolin imports dropped significantly to $X in 2023. Overall, imports saw a perceptible decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Italy (X tons), distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons), Germany (X tons), Finland (X tons) and Portugal (X tons) were the main importers of kaolin and kaolinic clays, together creating X% of total imports. The following importers - France (X tons), Poland (X tons), Sweden (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Slovakia (X tons) and Austria (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Portugal (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Italy ($X), Germany ($X) and Belgium ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023, with a combined X% share of total imports. Spain, Finland, Sweden, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Portugal, Austria and Slovakia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Poland, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in the European Union stood at $X per ton in 2023, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin market in the EU. 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:
Country coverage:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- 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
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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
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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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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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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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