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Malaysia - Iron Or Steel Articulated Link Chain - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Metal Link Chain Price in Malaysia - 2021

Metal Link Chain Price in Malaysia (CIF) - 2021

The average metal link chain import price stood at $3,689 per ton in December 2021, reducing by -45.7% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price showed a noticeable setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in October 2021 when the average import price increased by 107% against the previous month. The import price peaked at $6,794 per ton in November 2021, and then fell dramatically in the following month.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In December 2021, the country with the highest price was Japan ($9,172 per ton), while the price for China ($2,596 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2020 to December 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Finland (0.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Metal Link Chain Price in Malaysia (FOB) - 2022

The average metal link chain export price stood at $5,915 per ton in 2022, dropping by -7.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, posted resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 49%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $6,389 per ton in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($15,262 per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore ($1,952 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Brazil (+15.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Link Chain Imports in Malaysia

In 2022, metal link chain imports into Malaysia dropped markedly to 174 tons, shrinking by -97.6% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports faced a dramatic slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 119%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 7.4K tons, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, metal link chain imports shrank sharply to $11M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 91% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $15M, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

Import of Metal Link Chain in Malaysia (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United Arab Emirates	N/A	N/A	N/A	11.4	0%
South Korea	8.2	0.3	0.3	N/A	-80.9%
China	0.5	2.1	5.9	N/A	243.5%
Germany	0.4	1.3	3.1	N/A	178.4%
Italy	0.4	0.9	0.9	N/A	50.0%
Others	1.8	3.2	4.7	N/A	61.6%
Total	11.3	7.8	14.9	11.4	0.3%

Top Suppliers of Metal Link Chain to Malaysia in 2022:

United Arab Emirates (174.2 tons)

Metal Link Chain Exports in Malaysia

In 2022, the amount of iron or steel articulated link chain exported from Malaysia soared to 197 tons, growing by 97% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 136% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 305 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal link chain exports surged to $1.2M in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 252%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $1.7M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Export of Metal Link Chain in Malaysia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Brazil	41.5	86.6	18.7	228	76.5%
Philippines	9.0	59.6	11.5	224	192.0%
Guatemala	22.2	73.2	16.7	222	115.4%
Nicaragua	3.2	147	N/A	162	269.9%
India	11.7	52.0	1.2	154	136.1%
Japan	1.0	3.9	1.9	94.1	354.8%
Singapore	6.3	6.7	3.3	22.2	52.2%
Sri Lanka	42.1	113	40.7	6.4	-46.6%
Argentina	N/A	112	N/A	N/A	0%
Thailand	18.5	90.5	200	N/A	228.8%
Vietnam	24.5	372	162	N/A	157.1%
Indonesia	197	306	92.2	N/A	-31.6%
Others	104	268	90.2	51.5	-20.9%
Total	481	1,691	638	1,164	34.3%

Top Export Markets for Metal Link Chain from Malaysia in 2022:

India (42.5 tons)
Guatemala (39.4 tons)
Japan (29.0 tons)
Nicaragua (25.9 tons)
Philippines (25.0 tons)
Brazil (14.9 tons)
Singapore (11.4 tons)
Sri Lanka (2.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal link chain market in Malaysia. 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 28152170 - Iron or steel articulated link chain (excluding roller chain)

Country coverage:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Malaysia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023