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Overview of the Global Market for Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks

Market Size for Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks

The global non-refractory ceramic building bricks market dropped modestly to $X in 2023, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks

In value terms, non-refractory ceramic building bricks production contracted modestly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, global production reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks

Exports

In 2023, the amount of non-refractory ceramic building bricks exported worldwide shrank significantly to X units, waning by X% compared with 2022 figures. Overall, exports recorded a slight downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, non-refractory ceramic building bricks exports shrank sharply to $X in 2023. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The global exports peaked at $X in 2022, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X units) and Belgium (X units) represented the key exporters of non-refractory ceramic building bricks in 2023, amounting to near X% and X% of total exports, respectively. Serbia (X units) ranks next in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by Russia (X%), Germany (X%) and the United States (X%). China (X units), Mexico (X units), Denmark (X units), Free Zones (X units), Spain (X units), Belarus (X units) and Greece (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Russia (with a CAGR of X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Belgium ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Germany ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, with a combined X% share of global exports. China, Denmark, Spain, the United States, Mexico, Russia, Serbia, Greece, Free Zones and Belarus lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Russia, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the average non-refractory ceramic building bricks export price amounted to $X per unit, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of X%. The global export price peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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 China ($X per unit), while Belarus ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Non-Refractory Ceramic Building Bricks

Imports

In 2023, global non-refractory ceramic building bricks imports contracted notably to X units, declining by X% compared with the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of global imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, non-refractory ceramic building bricks imports reduced sharply to $X in 2023. Overall, total imports indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value 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. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at $X in 2022, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of non-refractory ceramic building bricks imports in 2023 were the UK (X units), the United States (X units) and Kazakhstan (X units), together accounting for X% of total import. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X units), creating a X% share of total imports. The following importers - Germany (X units), Canada (X units), Peru (X units), France (X units), the Netherlands (X units), North Macedonia (X units), Bulgaria (X units), Montenegro (X units) and New Zealand (X units) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported non-refractory ceramic building bricks worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by the United States, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in the UK totaled X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (X% per year) and the United States (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the average non-refractory ceramic building bricks import price amounted to $X per unit, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated resilient growth from 2012 to 2023: its price 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. Based on 2023 figures, non-refractory ceramic building bricks import price increased by X% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per unit), while North Macedonia ($X per unit) 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 global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for non-refractory ceramic building bricks. 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 23321110 - Non-refractory clay building bricks (excluding of siliceous fossil meals or earths)

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ 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

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

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. 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
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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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- 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
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023