World - Bauxite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Bauxite market: get the most recent info enhanced by an Ai-driven market research tool. Information contain consumption, production, market size, companies, trade, imports, exports, and market prices. There is a breakdown by region, including China, the U.S., EU, the U.K., Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Russia. Market trends and outlook to 2030 are also featured in the snapshots.
Bauxite - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | Russia |
| 3 | Australia |
| 4 | India |
| 5 | Brazil |
In value terms, China led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia. It was followed by Australia.
In China, the bauxite market remained relatively stable over the period from 2018-2020. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Russia (-1.4% per year) and Australia (+1.2% per year).
Bauxite Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Australia | 47 | 44 | 28 | -22.8% |
| Indonesia | 51 | 49 | 29 | -24.6% |
| Jamaica | 30 | 30 | 29 | -1.7% |
| Brazil | 32 | 36 | 36 | 6.1% |
| Guinea | 53 | 53 | 47 | -5.8% |
| Average | 51 | 51 | 39 | -12.1% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Guinea ($47 per ton), while Australia ($28 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| India | 104 | 79 | 59 | -24.7% |
| Ireland | 57 | 52 | 49 | -7.3% |
| Spain | 49 | 50 | 49 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 54 | 54 | 48 | -5.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | 173 | 180 | 48 | -47.3% |
| China | 54 | 51 | 45 | -8.7% |
| Ukraine | 41 | 45 | 44 | 3.6% |
| United States | 45 | 41 | 39 | -6.9% |
| Canada | 52 | 42 | 37 | -15.6% |
| Average | 56 | 53 | 48 | -7.5% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was India ($59 per ton), while Canada ($37 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ukraine, while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
Bauxite - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| China | 4.4 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | -6.4% |
| Ukraine | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 4.7% |
| Spain | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 4.9% |
| India | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 4.7% |
In value terms, China ($5.1B) constitutes the largest market for imported bauxite worldwide, comprising 72% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ireland ($230M), with a 3.3% share of global imports. It was followed by Ukraine, with a 3.2% share.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China stood at +6.7%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Ireland (-6.4% per year) and Ukraine (+4.7% per year).
Bauxite - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| Guinea | 2.9 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 9.3% |
| Australia | 1.4 | 1.6 | 1 | -15.1% |
| Indonesia | 0.4 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 19.8% |
| Brazil | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.2 | -20.4% |
| Jamaica | 0.1 | 0.09 | 0.09 | -5.8% |
In value terms, Guinea ($3.5B) remains the largest bauxite supplier worldwide, comprising 61% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia ($1B), with a 18% share of global exports. It was followed by Indonesia, with a 9.7% share.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in Guinea amounted to +9.3%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Australia (-15.1% per year) and Indonesia (+19.8% per year).
Bauxite - Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for bauxite worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Bauxite - Top Companies
RIO TINTO PLC, BHP BILLITON PLC, BROADMEADOW MINE SERVICES PTY LTD, Aluminum Corporation of China Limited, ARCONIC INC., CLERMONT COAL PTY LTD, SOUTH32 LIMITED, KGHM POLSKA MIEDZ S A, EASTERN ALUMINIUM (PORTLAND) PTY LTD, EASTERN ALUMINIUM PTY LTD, ALCOA OF AUSTRALIA LIMITED, Halco (mining) Inc., POLYMETAL INTERNATIONAL PLC, Companhia Brasileira de Metalúrgia e Mineração., Alcoa World Alumina LLC, RANDGOLD RESOURCES LTD, TATI NICKEL MINING COMPANY PTY LTD, FERREXPO PLC, Ambatovy Joint Venture, Salobo Metais S/A.
Bauxite - Product Coverage
- HS 2606 - Aluminium ores and concentrates
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global bauxite 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.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 07291300 - Aluminium ores and concentrates
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- 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
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- 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
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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, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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Global bauxite market is projected to experience a significant increase in demand over the next seven years, with market volume expected to reach 506M tons and market value estimated at $42B by 2030. China leads in both consumption and production of bauxite, while Guinea dominates in exports. The market is forecasted to show steady growth in the coming years, driven by factors such as increasing demand and fluctuating import and export prices.
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