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East Asia's Bentonite Market Sees Mixed Results in 2024

Imports soared to X tons, but exports fell by X%. Despite a decline in production and consumption, the market's value reached $X.

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In this image there are fruits in trays and there are price boards.

East Asia's Bentonite Market Sees Mixed Results in 2024

In 2024, the bentonite market in East Asia saw significant changes, with both growth and decline in various aspects. Bentonite imports surged by X% to X tons, while exports shrank by X% to X tons. The import price stood at $X per ton. Despite the decline in production and consumption, the market reached a value of $X.

China remained the dominant player in bentonite exports, accounting for X tons in 2024. The main importing countries were China, South Korea, and Japan. Bentonite imports in East Asia expanded notably to $X in 2024, reflecting a pronounced increase over the period under review. However, production in the region declined to $X in 2024, and consumption indicated a noticeable descent during the same period.

In summary, while the East Asian bentonite market experienced a decline in production and consumption, imports and exports showed mixed results. Bentonite imports grew significantly, reaching X tons, and the market value reached $X. However, exports shrank by X% to X tons. China remained the key player in both exports and imports.

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