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Western Africa - Clays - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Clay Market Size in Western Africa
The West African clay market soared to $X in 2023, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a abrupt decline. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2023, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.
Clay Production in Western Africa
In value terms, clay production expanded notably to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, production showed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, production growth failed to regain momentum.
Clay Exports
Exports in Western Africa
For the fourth year in a row, Western Africa recorded decline in overseas shipments of clays, which decreased by X% to X tons in 2023. Over the period under review, exports saw a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2023, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, clay exports shrank slightly to $X in 2023. In general, exports continue to indicate a mild decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Senegal dominates exports structure, finishing at X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) held a minor share of total exports.
Exports from Senegal decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Cote d'Ivoire (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Cote d'Ivoire emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Cote d'Ivoire (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Senegal saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively.
In value terms, Senegal ($X) remains the largest clay supplier in Western Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Senegal stood at X%.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. Export price indicated a slight expansion from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, clay export price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Senegal ($X per ton), while Cote d'Ivoire amounted to $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Senegal (X%).
Clay Imports
Imports in Western Africa
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of clays, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.
In value terms, clay imports dropped to $X in 2023. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2022, and then reduced modestly in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Nigeria (X tons) and Ghana (X tons) were the main importers of clays in Western Africa, together creating X% of total imports. Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) held the next position in the ranking, followed by Burkina Faso (X tons) and Senegal (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total imports. Guinea (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Ghana (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported clays in Western Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Ghana ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Cote d'Ivoire, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Nigeria totaled X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Ghana (X% per year) and Cote d'Ivoire (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2023, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the import price increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while Burkina Faso ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Senegal (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the clay market in Western 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:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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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
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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
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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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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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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