Key Market Indicators
Oman's import of silica sand is expected to reach 140 million kilograms by 2026, up from 117 million in 2021 – an increase of 2.8% year on year. Since 2005, the country's demand has grown at a 4.7% average rate. Hungary overtook Oman in 2021, with 117 million kilograms imported. Slovenia, Singapore and Belgium followed, taking the 2nd, 3rd and 4th spots respectively. Meanwhile, Oman's export of silica sand is set to drop to 540 million kilograms by 2026, down from 739 million in 2021 – a decline of 5.2% year on year. Since 2005, the country's supply has decreased by 5.4% on average. Saudi Arabia overtook Oman in 2021, with 739 million kilograms exported. The United States, Belgium and Germany came in 2nd, 3rd and 4th place respectively.
