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07-04-2025
In 2023, worldwide exports of natural sand reached a combined value of $2.22 billion.
This figure marks a 29.8% increase compared to 2019, when global exports stood at $1.71 billion. On a yearly basis, sand exports surged by 22.4%, up from $1.8 billion in 2022.
Sand, a granular substance finer than gravel but coarser than silt, is made up of small fragments of rocks and minerals. It also defines a category of soil with over 85% sand-sized particles by weight.
The uses of sand are diverse. Sandy soils support crops like watermelons, peanuts, and peaches. It's also a critical ingredient in brick manufacturing, glass production (due to silica content), and construction, where it's combined with cement and lime for masonry. Additionally, sand is added to paint for textured wall finishes and non-slip flooring.
In 2023, the top five sand-exporting nations were:
· United States
· Netherlands
· Germany
· Belgium
· Cambodia
Together, they accounted for around 63.1% of global sand export value.
Regionally, Europe led in sand export revenue, with $838 million worth shipped, representing 37.8% of the total. North America followed with 36.4%, while Asia contributed 17.9%. Smaller shares came from Africa (6.4%), Latin America including the Caribbean (1.1%), and Oceania (0.5%), mainly driven by Australia and New Zealand.
For classification purposes, natural sand (excluding those containing gold or platinum) falls under Harmonized System code 2505.
Top Sand Exporters in 2023 (by Country)
Here are the top 15 sand-exporting countries by export value:
1.USA – $761.1 million (34.3%)
2.Netherlands – $272.9 million (12.3%)
3.Germany – $166.4 million (7.5%)
4.Belgium – $103.9 million (4.7%)
5.Cambodia – $97.1 million (4.4%)
6.Malaysia – $89.4 million (4%)
7.Mozambique – $81.8 million (3.7%)
8.France – $61.4 million (2.8%)
9.Indonesia – $58.6 million (2.6%)
10.Egypt – $45 million (2%)
11.Vietnam – $35.4 million (1.6%)
12.Portugal – $33.9 million (1.5%)
13.Taiwan – $31.9 million (1.4%)
14.Canada – $25.8 million (1.2%)
15.Poland – $23.6 million (1.1%)
These 15 countries collectively were responsible for 85.1% of the total global sand exports in 2023.
Among them, the most significant year-over-year growth was seen in:
· Indonesia (up 298.8%)
· Vietnam (up 171.6%)
· Cambodia (up 149.4%)
· Egypt (up 58.9%)
On the other hand, some nations experienced export declines:
· Taiwan (down 28.4%)
· Canada (down 2.6%)
· Belgium (down 1.7%)
Notable Sand Exporting Companies in 2024
Data from global trade platform Tendata highlights these key sand exporters:
1.THY DO AND CO IKRAM HIZMETLERI ANONIM – 13.58% ($150.66M)
2.SOLUCIONES LOGISTICAS DE CENTROAMERICA S.A. DE C.V. – 4.55% ($50.52M)
3.PT IRVAN PRIMA PRATAMA – 3.97% ($43.99M)
4.Sonova Operations Center Vietnam Co., Ltd. – 2.33% ($25.82M)
5.PT Karya Res Lisbeth Mineral – 2.01% ($22.26M)
6.Shree Agencies Pvt. Ltd. – 1.66% ($18.47M)
7.Stone Exporters India Pvt. Ltd. – 1.51% ($16.73M)
8.AO Konti Rus – 1.48% ($16.4M)
9.PT Panca Naga Indah – 1.41% ($15.62M)
10.Tan Ha Kieu Joint Stock Company – 1.37% ($15.19M)
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