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World - Alkali Or Alkaline-Earth Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Scandium And Yttrium, Mercury - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Jul 26, 2018

Which Country Imports the Most Alkali and Alkaline-Earth Metals in the World?

In 2016, the amount of alkali and alkaline-earth metals imported worldwide amounted to X tons, picking up by X% against the previous year level. In general, alkali and alkaline-earth metals imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013, when import increased by X% against the previous year level. Over the period under review, global alkali and alkaline-earth metals imports attained its maximum volume in 2016, and are expected to retain its growth in the near future.

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 rate of +X% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Based on the result of 2016, alkali and alkaline-earth metals imports decreased by -X% against its level of 2012. Global alkali and alkaline-earth metals import peaked of $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2016, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

Top Alkali And Alkaline-Earth Metals Importing Countries in the World

X. Japan (X million USD)

X. Malaysia (X million USD)

X. India (X million USD)

X. USA (X million USD)

X. Germany (X million USD)

X. China (X million USD)

X. France (X million USD)

X. Australia (X million USD)

X. Iran (X million USD)

Alkali And Alkaline-Earth Metals Imports By Country

Iran (X tons) was the key importer of alkali and alkaline-earth metals in the world, accounting for X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2016. Malaysia (X tons) ranks second globally in alkali and alkaline-earth metals imports with a X% share, following China (X%), and Australia (X%). The U.S. (X tons), India (X tons), Japan (X tons), Germany (X tons), and France (X tons) occupied the mild share of total imports.

Iran experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. At the same time, Malaysia (+X%), India (+X%), France (+X%), and Australia (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Malaysia emerged as the fastest growing importer/exporter in the world, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2016. The U.S., and China experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Germany (-X%), and Japan (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Iran (-X%), and Malaysia (-X%) decreased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Japan ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported alkali and alkaline-earth metals worldwide, making up X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia ($X), with the share of X% of global imports. It was followed by India, with the share of X%.

From 2007 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value of alkali and alkaline-earth metals imports in Japan contracted by -X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates: Malaysia (+X% per year) and India (+X% per year).

Alkali And Alkaline-Earth Metals Import Prices By Country

The average alkali and alkaline-earth metals import price stood at $X per ton in 2016, stabilizing at the previous year level. Overall, it indicated a mild expansion from 2007 to 2016: the import price value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Based on the result of 2016, alkali and alkaline-earth metals import price decreased by -X% against its level of 2012. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010, when import price increased by X% from the previous year level. Global alkali and alkaline-earth metals import peaked of $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2016, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

There were significant differences in the average import prices amongst major importing countries. In 2016, the country with the highest import prices was Japan ($X per kg), while Iran ($X per ton) was among the lowest.

From 2007 to 2016, the most notable growth rate of alkali and alkaline-earth metals import prices was attained by India (+X% per year), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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  • alkali and alkaline-earth metals import
  • alkali and alkaline-earth metals export
  • alkali and alkaline-earth metals market forecast
  • alkali and alkaline-earth metals price forecast
  • key alkali and alkaline-earth metals producers

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Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global alkali metals market. 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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  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
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  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • 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

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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