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View PricingChina's Iron Oxide Pigment Price Shrinks to $1,293 per Ton
China Iron Oxide Pigment Export Price in September 2022
In September 2022, the iron oxide pigment price stood at $1,293 per ton (FOB, China), shrinking by -4.6% against the previous month. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in May 2022 an increase of 5.4% against the previous month. The export price peaked at $1,357 per ton in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to September 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($1,785 per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($1,015 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kenya (+3.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
China Iron Oxide Pigment Exports
In September 2022, shipments abroad of iron oxide pigments decreased by -18.7% to 26K tons, falling for the second consecutive month after three months of growth. Overall, exports recorded a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 62% month-to-month. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 39K tons. From April 2022 to September 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, iron oxide pigment exports dropped significantly to $34M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. In general, exports showed a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 when exports increased by 69% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at 52K tons in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to September 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
China Iron Oxide Pigment Exports by Country
The United States (8.6K tons) was the main destination for iron oxide pigment exports from China, accounting for a 33% share of total exports. Moreover, iron oxide pigment exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Russia (2K tons), fourfold. Australia (1.3K tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 4.9% share.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States totaled +3.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: Russia (+0.2% per month) and Australia (-1.6% per month).
In value terms, the United States ($11M) remains the key foreign market for iron oxide pigment exports from China, comprising 33% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($2.6M), with a 7.5% share of total exports. It was followed by Australia, with a 4.5% share.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value to the United States stood at +2.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: Russia (+1.3% per month) and Australia (-1.0% per month).
Factors Affecting Oxide Pigment Prices
Iron oxide pigment is one of the most popular types of pigments on the market today. It is used in a wide range of applications, including paints, coatings, plastics, and ceramics. The pigment is made from iron ore that is mined from the earth.
The price of iron oxide pigment in China has been increasing in recent years due to a number of factors. The most significant factor is the cost of raw materials, which has risen sharply due to the Chinese government's crackdown on environmental pollution. This has led to a shortage of supply and an increase in prices.
Other factors that have contributed to the rising price of iron oxide pigments in China include the country's growing economy and the strengthening of the Chinese currency. These factors have made China an increasingly attractive market for foreign manufacturers, who are able to sell their products at a higher price.
The rising price of iron oxide pigments is having a knock-on effect on other industries that use the pigment, such as paint and plastics. This is because manufacturers are passing on the higher costs to their customers. As a result, consumers are likely to see an increase in the prices of these products in the coming months.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iron oxide pigment market 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.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 20121910 - Iron oxides and hydroxides, earth colours containing .70 % or more by weight of combined iron evaluated as Fe2O3
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1. INTRODUCTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
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9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
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- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
- 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, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
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- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
