Industrial tiles and bricks in Russia

Sales of acid-resistant bricks have experienced significant growth in recent times. Industries that rely on corrosive environments, such as chemical, petrochemical, and metal processing, have recognized the essential value of acid-resistant bricks in protecting their infrastructure. With their exceptional resistance to acidic materials, these specialized bricks offer unmatched durability and reliability, reducing maintenance costs and ensuring long-lasting structures. As environmental regulations become stricter and industrial processes become more aggressive, the demand for acid-resistant bricks continues to increase, paving the way for significant sales growth. This trend reflects the increasing emphasis on safety and efficiency, solidifying the pivotal role of acid-resistant bricks in modern industrial practices.

Companies producing and retailers of anti-acid bricks and tiles in Russia:

zeochem
CERAMIC WALL MATERIALS VINZILI PLANT PRIVATE JSC
OBORONSNABSBYT
GZHELSKII KIRPICHNYI ZAVOD
VYAZEMSKII KIRPICHNYI ZAVOD
zeochem

It started its activity as a supplier of anti-corrosion products in 1984. After that, it started to operate in the field of producing anti-corrosion products including bricks, tiles, flooring, resins, etc. This company, with about 40 years of experience, has exported to many CIS countries, European and African countries in addition to producing for the domestic market.

CERAMIC WALL MATERIALS VINZILI PLANT PRIVATE JSC

A manufacturer operating in the ceramic, porcelain and earthenware industry – industrial products. It also operates in the brick and ceramic, industrial industries. The company is located in the Tyumen region of Russia.

OBORONSNABSBYT

A wholesaler (Retail) operating in the wood industry. It also operates in the hardware, construction and brick industries. The company is based in Yekaterinburg, Russia.

GZHELSKII KIRPICHNYI ZAVOD

Operates in the brick industry. The company is based in P Gzhel, Russia.

VYAZEMSKII KIRPICHNYI ZAVOD

Operates in the brick industry. The company is based in Vyazyma, Russia.

Famous foreign brands that left the Russian market after Western sanctions:

Koch Knight

STEULER-KCH

Gunatit Builders

Horizon Refractories Private Limited

Lanexis

Furmats

KT Refractories US Company

Vitcas

With the withdrawal of the above companies from the Russian market, Chinese, Indian and Turkish manufacturers were able to fill a significant part of this gap. These companies include the following:

Zhengzhou Zhenjin Refractory Material CO., Ltd.

Henan Xinmi Changxing Refractory Material Co., Ltd.
Zeochem Anticorr
Shenzhen Chenggong Trade Co., Ltd.
Hebei Xuankun Refractory Material
RESISTEK TECHNICAL CERAMICS CO.,LIMITED
Beijing Dongfang Guansen Technology Co.Ltd
Ates Tugla Refractory Materials

More than 65 percent of imports to the Russian market during the first 3 months of 2023 in the field of anti-acid and anti-alkali industrial products (bricks, tiles, flooring, etc.) were supplied by China.

Conclusion

The macro and long-term policies of the government of the Russian Federation, after the sanctions imposed on Western countries following the Ukraine war, are aimed at increasing the production of domestic products in various industries and creating appropriate production infrastructures to meet the needs of the country’s population and economy. This will boost the market for infrastructure materials and equipment for various industries. According to the above, Iranian manufacturers can take steps to meet a significant part of the needs of the Russian market due to their geographical proximity.

Key and important factors for the presence of Iranian manufacturers in the Russian market

According to the initial research conducted on the acid-resistant brick and tile industry in the large Russian market and considering the key factors:

High and consistent quality of manufactured products

Preferential tariffs on import duties of Iranian goods to Russia

Low export costs of Iranian products to Russia compared to Western and Chinese goods

The proximity and proximity of Iran and Russia as a logistical advantage and the possibility of exporting Iranian goods to Russia by various methods such as land, rail and sea transportation in the shortest time and low shipping prices

The absence of a large part of the market from famous Western brands

The possibility of rapidly expanding market share and access to the competitive and trade space in Russia

It can be said that there is a high economic justification for entering the large Russian-Eurasian market, and the Fardad Group of Companies is proud to establish effective and successful joint cooperation in this direction.