Egypt Advances in Global Kaolin and Talc Production Rankings
Egypt’s mining sector is entering a new phase of growth and expansion, supported by rising production levels, a stronger focus on maximising the added value of mineral resources, and ongoing efforts to improve the investment climate and enhance the attractiveness of the Egyptian market to both local and international companies.
Egypt Advances in Global Kaolin
The World Mining Data 2026 report revealed Egypt’s growing position in the global production of several key mineral commodities, ranking the country 14th worldwide in kaolin production and 24th globally in talc production.
World Mining Data 2026 is published by Austria’s Federal Ministry of Finance through its department responsible for mineral resources policy.
The report draws on official statistics and national reports, while also incorporating data from the British Geological Survey (BGS) and the United States Geological Survey (USGS), reinforcing its status as a key international reference for monitoring global mineral production.
According to the report, Egypt recorded significant production growth between 2020 and 2024. Kaolin output increased by more than 218%, while talc production rose by nearly 67%, reflecting the sector’s expanding production capacity and the growing utilisation of the country’s mineral resources.
Kaolin and talc carry considerable economic and industrial importance, as they are used across a wide range of industries, including ceramics, glass, paper, paints, plastics and cosmetics.
Their development supports the localisation of downstream manufacturing, increases exports, creates new employment opportunities and raises the economic value generated from mineral resources.
As part of its efforts to modernise the mining investment framework, the Egyptian Mineral Resources and Mining Industries Authority has introduced the Open Blocks system, offering year-round exploration opportunities for gold, phosphate, talc and kaolin through a more flexible and transparent regulatory framework.
The new system facilitates investor access to promising mineral areas and encourages greater competition among companies, while giving priority to projects that include local processing plans and the establishment of industries based on domestically extracted raw materials.
The Open Blocks system represents a pivotal step in the modernisation of Egypt’s mining sector by supporting exploration activities, attracting investment and transforming mineral resources into a broader industrial and production base capable of increasing the sector’s contribution to the national economy.
