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World - Bentonite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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The global bentonite market revenue amounted to $4.3B in 2018, going down by -5.1% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the period from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the global bentonite market attained its peak figure level at $4.5B in 2017, and then declined slightly in the following year.
Consumption By Country
The countries with the highest volumes of bentonite consumption in 2018 were China (5.5M tons), the U.S. (2.9M tons) and Turkey (2.7M tons), with a combined 54% share of global consumption. Germany, Greece, Russia, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Iran and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.
From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of bentonite consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by Indonesia, while bentonite consumption for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest bentonite markets worldwide were China ($1.1B), the U.S. ($624M) and Turkey ($450M), together accounting for 51% of the global market. Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Russia, Greece, Canada, Iran and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.
In 2018, the highest levels of bentonite per capita consumption was registered in Greece (70 kg per person), followed by Turkey (33 kg per person), Canada (13 kg per person) and Germany (10 kg per person), while the world average per capita consumption of bentonite was estimated at 2.69 kg per person.
Market Forecast 2019-2025
Driven by increasing demand for bentonite worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to accelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +2.5% for the period from 2018 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to 28M tons by the end of 2030.
Production 2007-2018
Global bentonite production stood at 20M tons in 2018, dropping by -3.2% against the previous year. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, global bentonite production reached its peak figure volume at 21M tons in 2017, and then declined slightly in the following year.
Production By Country
The countries with the highest volumes of bentonite production in 2018 were China (5.6M tons), the U.S. (3.7M tons) and Turkey (3.1M tons), with a combined 62% share of global production.
From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of bentonite production, amongst the main producing countries, was attained by Turkey, while bentonite production for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Exports 2007-2018
In 2018, the amount of bentonite exported worldwide totaled 4.7M tons, growing by 4.2% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the period from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The global exports peaked in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the near future. In value terms, bentonite exports amounted to $796M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.
Exports by Country
India (950K tons) and the U.S. (845K tons) represented the major exporters of bentonite in 2018, recording approx. 20% and 18% of total exports, respectively. Greece (427K tons) ranks next in terms of the total exports with a 9.1% share, followed by Turkey (8.2%), Italy (5.8%) and China (5%). Slovakia (210K tons), the Czech Republic (164K tons), Azerbaijan (148K tons), the Netherlands (146K tons), Germany (75K tons) and Morocco (72K tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Azerbaijan, while exports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the U.S. ($193M) remains the largest bentonite supplier worldwide, comprising 24% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India ($77M), with a 9.7% share of global exports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 8.2% share.
Export Prices by Country
The average bentonite export price stood at $169 per ton in 2018, rising by 4.6% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.5%. Over the period under review, the average export prices for bentonite reached their peak figure at $190 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2018, export prices failed to regain their momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Germany ($350 per ton), while Azerbaijan ($58 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports 2007-2018
In 2018, the amount of bentonite imported worldwide stood at 5.3M tons, standing approx. at the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the period from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The global imports peaked at 5.3M tons in 2017, leveling off in the following year. In value terms, bentonite imports amounted to $844M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.
Imports by Country
The imports of the twelve major importers of bentonite, namely Germany, Canada, the Netherlands, Indonesia, Poland, Sweden, South Korea, Malaysia, the UK, Russia, Italy and France, represented more than half of total import.
From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Indonesia, while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest bentonite importing markets worldwide were Germany ($93M), Canada ($56M) and the Netherlands ($42M), with a combined 23% share of global imports. Indonesia, France, the UK, South Korea, Italy, Sweden, Poland, Malaysia and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.
Import Prices by Country
The average bentonite import price stood at $158 per ton in 2018, increasing by 3.2% against the previous year. Overall, the bentonite import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was France ($191 per ton), while Russia ($91 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global bentonite 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:
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Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- 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
+ 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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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:
- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
- How to load your idle production capacity
- How to boost your sales on overseas markets
- How to increase your profit margins
- How to make your supply chain more sustainable
- How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
- How to outsource production to other countries
- 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.
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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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL 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
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
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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