| Product Code: ETC5145939 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Gabon`s expanded clay import market saw a significant shift in concentration in 2023, with top exporters being France, Germany, Italy, Lebanon, and the Netherlands. The Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) moved from moderate to high concentration, indicating a more consolidated market. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for expanded clay imports in Gabon was -22.21%, with a growth rate of -26.66% in 2023, reflecting challenging market conditions. It will be crucial for stakeholders to closely monitor these trends and adapt their strategies accordingly in the coming years.

The expanded clay market in Gabon is growing due to its use in construction, horticulture, and landscaping applications. Expanded clay is a lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly material commonly used in the production of concrete, potting soils, and green roofs. As Gabons construction and agriculture sectors expand, the demand for expanded clay products is rising. The materials ability to improve soil drainage and provide insulation in buildings makes it an attractive option for sustainable development projects, which further supports market growth.
The Gabon Expanded Clay market is expanding due to the increasing demand for lightweight, durable construction materials in the building industry. Expanded clay is used as a lightweight aggregate in concrete, providing insulation properties and reducing the overall weight of building materials. With Gabons infrastructure development projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, the need for cost-effective, energy-efficient construction materials is on the rise. The growing awareness of sustainable building practices and the push for environmentally friendly construction solutions is also driving the adoption of expanded clay in Gabon.
The Gabon Expanded Clay market is constrained by high transportation and production costs, as well as limited local production capabilities. Additionally, the market faces competition from alternative materials like perlite and vermiculite, which are often seen as more cost-effective.
The Gabon governments policies supporting construction and agriculture indirectly benefit the expanded clay market. However, there is limited specific regulation or promotion of local production, which impacts market growth.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Expanded Clay Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Expanded Clay Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume Share Segmentations, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing construction activities in Gabon |
4.2.2 Growing demand for lightweight construction materials |
4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting sustainable building practices |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Volatility in raw material prices |
4.3.2 Limited awareness about expanded clay as a construction material in Gabon |
5 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Trends |
6 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Segmentations |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By Up to 250 kg/mA, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By 250-280 kg/mA, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By 280-330 kg/mA, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By 330-500 kg/mA, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 500 kg/mA, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Gabon Expanded Clay Market, By Applications |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By Residential Building, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial Building, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By Infrastructure, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of expanded clay products in Gabon |
8.2 Number of construction projects utilizing expanded clay |
8.3 Percentage increase in production capacity of expanded clay manufacturers in Gabon |
9 Gabon Expanded Clay Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Opportunity Assessment Segmentations, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Expanded Clay Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Expanded Clay Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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