World - Alkali or Alkaline-Earth Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Scandium and Yttrium, Mercury - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Alkali Metals - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | Japan |
| 3 | Germany |
| 4 | Malaysia |
| 5 | United States |
In value terms, China, Japan and Germany appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2020, with a combined 43% share of the global market. These countries were followed by Malaysia, the United States, India, Australia, Indonesia, Palestine and Russia, which together accounted for a further 18%.
In terms of the main consuming countries, Palestine (+413.5% per year) recorded the highest growth rate of market size, over the period under review, while alkali metals market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Alkali Metals Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Nigeria | 3551 | 767 | 401 | -66.4% |
| Argentina | 12010 | 3617 | 2429 | -55.0% |
| France | 3098 | 3367 | 3904 | 12.3% |
| China | 6921 | 5444 | 4666 | -17.9% |
| Philippines | 3892 | 4953 | 5290 | 16.6% |
| Netherlands | 6842 | 6851 | 8011 | 8.2% |
| Russia | 13817 | 12740 | 12740 | -4.0% |
| United States | 17140 | 16292 | 15631 | -4.5% |
| Vietnam | 40335 | 38548 | 41195 | 1.1% |
| Thailand | 29391 | 45005 | 42546 | 20.3% |
| Average | 9071 | 8178 | 7784 | -7.4% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Thailand ($42,546 per ton), while Nigeria ($401 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Japan | 27806 | 26482 | 26370 | -2.6% |
| United Kingdom | 22517 | 20904 | 10488 | -31.8% |
| Germany | 7462 | 8210 | 9407 | 12.3% |
| Netherlands | 5035 | 7050 | 5551 | 5.0% |
| Russia | 4701 | 4732 | 4859 | 1.7% |
| France | 5796 | 4088 | 4251 | -14.4% |
| India | 4513 | 4430 | 4166 | -3.9% |
| Italy | 9723 | 6304 | 3975 | -36.1% |
| United States | 3688 | 3475 | 3006 | -9.7% |
| Palestine | 3528 | 3752 | 2877 | -9.7% |
| Malaysia | 3007 | 3003 | 2865 | -2.4% |
| Norway | 4395 | 3684 | 2075 | -31.3% |
| Average | 7680 | 7625 | 6675 | -6.8% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Japan ($26,370 per ton), while Norway ($2,075 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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Alkali Metals - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| million USD | ||||
| Japan | 318 | 286 | 219 | -16.9% |
| Germany | 55 | 50 | 192 | 87.3% |
| Malaysia | 72 | 71 | 72 | 0.4% |
| United States | 93 | 82 | 66 | -15.8% |
| India | 63 | 55 | 58 | -3.6% |
In value terms, Japan ($220M), Germany ($192M) and Malaysia ($72M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together accounting for 54% of global imports. These countries were followed by the United States, India, the UK, France, the Netherlands, Palestine, Russia, Italy and Norway, which together accounted for a further 25%.
Palestine (+395.9% per year) recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Alkali Metals - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| million USD | ||||
| China | 377 | 281 | 210 | -25.4% |
| Vietnam | 163 | 142 | 117 | -15.4% |
| Thailand | 38 | 32 | 55 | 20.8% |
| United States | 94 | 54 | 43 | -32.4% |
| Russia | 31 | 26 | 33 | 3.8% |
In value terms, China ($210M), Vietnam ($117M) and Thailand ($55M) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, with a combined 67% share of global exports. The United States, Russia, the Netherlands, the Philippines, France, Argentina and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.
In terms of the main exporting countries, Argentina (+667.7% per year) saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Alkali Metals - Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for alkali metals worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Alkali Metals - Product Coverage
- HS 280511 - Alkali or alkali-earth metals; sodium
- HS 280512 - Alkali or alkali-earth metals; calcium
- HS 280519 - Alkali or alkali-earth metals; other than sodium and calcium
- HS 280530 - Earth-metals, rare; scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed
- HS 280540 - Mercury
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for alkali and rare earth metals. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 20132300 - Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for alkali and rare earth metals.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global mercury market.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global mercury market.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global rare earth metal market.
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In value terms, alkali and alkaline-earth metals imports amounted to $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a temperate increase from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value increased at an average annual...
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In value terms, alkali and alkaline-earth metals exports stood at $X in 2016. In general, alkali and alkaline-earth metals exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the per...
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In value terms, inorganic and organic compounds of mercury imports amounted to $X in 2016. In general, inorganic and organic compounds of mercury imports continue to indicate a measured deduction. ...
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In value terms, inorganic and organic compounds of mercury exports amounted to $X in 2016. Overall, inorganic and organic compounds of mercury exports continue to indicate a slight growth. Global i...
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Global mercury trade displayed two very distinct trends over the period under review. From 2007 to 2012, global mercury exports showed robust growth, until the trend suddenly switched in 2013. In 2014, exports fell to below half of the previous year’s
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The global demand for rare earths is continuing to increase. Countries remain reliant on China, which currently provides approx. 55% of global rare earth production of 252K tons. Future projects to develop mining facilities in Russia, the U.S., Japan and Australia may yet weaken China's leading market hold. The rare earth mineral market is to accelerate on robustly increasing demand from the microelectronics, electric vehicle, wind power and high-tech industries.
