China - Precious Metal Ores And Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Price for Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate in China - 2023

Contents:

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

Price for Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate in China (CIF) - 2023

In June 2023, the average import price for precious metal ores and concentrates amounted to $2,258 per ton, with a decrease of -6.7% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price showed a mild setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in January 2023 an increase of 27% m-o-m. The import price peaked at $2,677 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to June 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Bolivia ($4,504 per ton), while the price for Cuba ($961 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bulgaria (+15.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate in China (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average export price for precious metal ores and concentrates amounted to $5,719 per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a pronounced slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 3,655%. The export price peaked at $8,419 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Finland ($5,777 per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany totaled $5,632 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+49.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate in China

In 2022, approx. 3.1M tons of precious metal ores and concentrates were imported into China; rising by 32% compared with 2021 figures. In general, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +19.3% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +69.8% against 2019 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, precious metal ore and concentrate imports reached $6.6B in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated resilient growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +17.0% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +60.1% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 30%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Import of Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Peru5686671,4851,59040.9%
Mexico8581,0221,2981,0226.0%
Australia3623063664356.3%
Russia553707505428-8.2%
Bolivia19211324242730.5%
Indonesia8.619.26.0372251.0%
Canada17915927534324.2%
Ecuador339162122187-18.0%
Tajikistan3.2N/AN/A181283.9%
Spain99.414116915616.2%
Bulgaria46.445.517312539.1%
Greece52.210172.192.220.9%
MongoliaN/A37.220.045.010.0%
Others8599511,0121,19611.7%
Total4,1214,4305,7466,59817.0%

Top Suppliers of Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate to China in 2022:

  1. Peru (769.7K tons)
  2. Mongolia (305.6K tons)
  3. Tajikistan (279.7K tons)
  4. Mexico (266.2K tons)
  5. Australia (151.6K tons)
  6. Canada (137.1K tons)
  7. Russia (134.4K tons)
  8. Bulgaria (109.3K tons)
  9. Bolivia (106.2K tons)
  10. Indonesia (101.0K tons)
  11. Spain (91.2K tons)
  12. Ecuador (85.5K tons)
  13. Greece (75.8K tons)

Exports of Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate in China

Precious metal ore and concentrate exports from China surged to 584 tons in 2022, with an increase of 20% against 2021. In general, exports, however, showed a precipitous setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 7,751% against the previous year.

In value terms, precious metal ore and concentrate exports soared to $3.3M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 42,294% against the previous year.

Export of Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
FinlandN/AN/AN/A1.80%
GermanyN/AN/AN/A1.60%
Hong Kong SAR4.4N/AN/AN/A0%
South Korea8.2N/A2.8N/A-41.6%
Others0.3N/AN/AN/A0%
Total12.9N/A2.83.3-36.5%

Top Export Markets for Precious Metal Ore and Concentrate from China in 2022:

  1. Finland (306.6 tons)
  2. Germany (277.4 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for precious metal ore and concentrate in China. 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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  • Per Capita consumption
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  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    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
  4. 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. 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. 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. 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
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    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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