France - Clays - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Clay Price in France - 2023

Contents:

  1. Clay Price in France (FOB) - 2022
  2. Clay Price in France (CIF) - 2022
  3. Clay Exports in France
  4. Clay Imports in France

Clay Price in France (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average clay export price amounted to $299 per ton, dropping by -1.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 11%. The export price peaked at $330 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($1,459 per ton), while the average price for exports to Denmark ($49 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (+4.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Clay Price in France (CIF) - 2022

The average clay import price stood at $200 per ton in 2022, dropping by -2.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 16% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $205 per ton, and then declined in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($445 per ton), while the price for Senegal ($95 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+6.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Clay Exports in France

In 2022, the amount of clays exported from France expanded rapidly to 503K tons, increasing by 9.2% against 2021 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.6% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, clay exports reached $150M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 19%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Export of Clay in France (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Italy17.915.118.024.911.6%
Germany17.617.421.422.28.0%
Spain12.312.017.420.919.3%
China17.511.116.513.3-8.7%
United Kingdom5.44.65.05.50.6%
Netherlands6.04.85.15.3-4.1%
Belgium4.85.05.15.33.4%
Turkey1.22.12.94.353.0%
Poland2.72.63.54.114.9%
Egypt2.82.13.22.6-2.4%
India1.81.61.82.410.1%
Hungary1.41.31.41.52.3%
Denmark0.81.11.21.214.5%
Others40.337.037.636.9-2.9%
Total1321181401504.4%

Top Export Markets for Clay from France in 2022:

  1. Italy (126.2K tons)
  2. Spain (103.4K tons)
  3. Germany (53.8K tons)
  4. Denmark (25.1K tons)
  5. Netherlands (17.8K tons)
  6. United Kingdom (14.3K tons)
  7. Belgium (13.6K tons)
  8. Turkey (12.5K tons)
  9. Egypt (12.2K tons)
  10. China (9.1K tons)
  11. India (8.4K tons)
  12. Poland (8.3K tons)
  13. Hungary (7.8K tons)

Clay Imports in France

In 2022, the amount of clays imported into France was estimated at 707K tons, picking up by 6.6% against 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 9.4%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, clay imports stood at $141M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +9.3% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 27%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Clay in France (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Spain20.720.021.026.58.6%
Belgium11.712.914.716.612.4%
Germany13.914.417.115.02.6%
Turkey4.55.38.514.949.0%
Netherlands3.74.17.712.550.1%
United Kingdom13.512.612.512.3-3.1%
Senegal6.86.06.47.63.8%
Italy7.88.48.15.3-12.1%
Czech Republic4.94.78.05.22.0%
Others20.618.331.725.37.1%
Total1081071361419.3%

Top Suppliers of Clay to France in 2022:

  1. Spain (136.4K tons)
  2. Germany (128.8K tons)
  3. Turkey (100.6K tons)
  4. Senegal (80.2K tons)
  5. Czech Republic (47.0K tons)
  6. Belgium (40.1K tons)
  7. Netherlands (38.0K tons)
  8. United Kingdom (27.7K tons)
  9. Italy (25.4K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the clay market in France. 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:

  • France

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in France
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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    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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    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. 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
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    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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

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

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    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

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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