The United States leads diatomite production (40.79 thousand metric tons), followed by Denmark (18.77), Peru (6.13), and Mexico (4.93). Key variations from last year show notable declines in the United States (-2.74%), China (-13.23%), and Japan (-14.42%). Conversely, South Korea (5.97%) and Armenia (3.54%) exhibited significant growth trends.
Future Trends
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in extraction processes, environmental regulation changes, and demand shifts for diatomaceous products in the agriculture and industrial sectors. Watch for emerging producers potentially disrupting the market and ongoing geopolitical factors influencing supply chains.
Top countries in Diatomite Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 40.79 | 2023 | +0.61% | -2.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 18.77 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Peru | 6.13 | 2023 | +2.63% | +2.62% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mexico | 4.93 | 2023 | +1.02% | +0.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 3.77 | 2023 | +1.32% | +0.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 China | 3.61 | 2023 | -18.63% | -13.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Argentina | 3.24 | 2023 | -1.14% | -1.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 2.6 | 2023 | 0% | +0.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Russia | 2.59 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 2.46 | 2023 | +0.09% | +0.091% | View data |
