In 2023, Japan led global pumice stone exports, followed by Greece and the United States. Notable growth was seen in Malaysia, with an impressive increase of over 38%, while Germany, China, and Singapore saw significant declines. Scandinavian countries like Sweden, Norway, and Slovenia demonstrated positive growth, whereas Eastern European countries like Poland and Latvia faced downturns. Canada marked a significant growth at over 13%, suggesting diversification in export markets.
Looking ahead, the Middle Eastern region, particularly the United Arab Emirates, shows potential for expansion in export activities. Monitoring technological advancements in extraction and processing could provide competitive advantages and shape future market dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Pumice Stones, Crude or in Irregular Pieces Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 34.5 | 2023 | +0.58% | -1.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 20.06 | 2023 | +3.57% | +2.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 15.52 | 2023 | +1.25% | +0.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Indonesia | 8.55 | 2023 | +1.58% | +0.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 5.43 | 2023 | +1.31% | +0.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 China | 3.27 | 2023 | -0.58% | -1.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 2.94 | 2023 | +3.5% | +2.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 1.44 | 2023 | +4.83% | +2.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.91 | 2023 | -10.72% | -10.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 0.69 | 2023 | +3.56% | +1.25% | View data |
