Australia - Chromium Ores and Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Price for Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia (CIF) - 2023
  2. Price for Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia
  4. Exports of Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia

Price for Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia (CIF) - 2023

The average chromium ore and concentrate import price stood at $497 per ton in September 2023, which is down by -6.1% against the previous month. In general, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in April 2023 an increase of 19% against the previous month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $568 per ton in February 2023; however, from March 2023 to September 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2023, the country with the highest price was China ($540 per ton), while the price for South Africa stood at $493 per ton.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+0.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Price for Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average chromium ore and concentrate export price amounted to $278 per ton, increasing by 5.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed pronounced growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 58%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $660 per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +3.1% per year.

Imports of Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia

In 2022, supplies from abroad of chromium ores and concentrates was finally on the rise to reach 7.1K tons after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.2% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate imports skyrocketed to $3.2M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a prominent expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South Africa1.91.71.62.915.1%
FranceN/AN/AN/A0.10%
Madagascar0.7N/AN/AN/A0%
Others0.10.40.20.226.0%
Total2.72.11.83.25.8%

Top Suppliers of Chromium Ore and Concentrate to Australia in 2022:

  1. South Africa (6.7K tons)
  2. France (0.2K tons)

Exports of Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia

In 2022, exports of chromium ores and concentrates from Australia contracted dramatically to 46 tons, which is down by -43.6% compared with 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 683% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 81 tons, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate exports shrank markedly to $13K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 441%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $22K, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Export of Chromium Ore and Concentrate in Australia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China16.74.021.612.8-8.5%
OthersN/AN/AN/AN/A0%
Total16.74.021.612.8-8.5%

Top Export Markets for Chromium Ore and Concentrate from Australia in 2022:

  1. China (45.9 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for chromium ore and concentrate in Australia. 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.

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

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      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
      2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    3. 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
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      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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    5. 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
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      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Import Supplying Countries

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Destinations for Exports

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 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
    12. 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
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