World - Cobalt - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Cobalt - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | Philippines |
| 3 | United States |
| 4 | Finland |
In value terms, China led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Philippines. It was followed by the United States.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in China stood at -18.5%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the Philippines (-4.3% per year) and the United States (-24.3% per year).
Cobalt Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | 8434 | 8060 | 7361 | -6.6% |
| Russia | 33270 | 18677 | 10278 | -44.4% |
| Canada | 60502 | 35049 | 31395 | -28.0% |
| Netherlands | 52416 | 36852 | 33219 | -20.4% |
| Average | 17790 | 13000 | 10524 | -23.1% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($33,219 per ton), while Democratic Republic of the Congo ($7,361 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Democratic Republic of the Congo, 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 | ||||
| Japan | 62858 | 43748 | 35947 | -24.4% |
| United States | 64232 | 39391 | 35072 | -26.1% |
| Netherlands | 43014 | 37059 | 34054 | -11.0% |
| Belgium | 34560 | 28413 | 10868 | -43.9% |
| China | 7972 | 6593 | 7854 | -0.7% |
| Average | 11420 | 10595 | 10823 | -2.6% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Japan ($35,947 per ton), while China ($7,854 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
Cobalt - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| China | 3.7 | 2 | 2.4 | -19.2% |
| United States | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | -33.0% |
| Japan | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | 0.09 | 0.08 | 0.3 | 65.7% |
| Belgium | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.09 | 7.9% |
In value terms, China ($2.4B) constitutes the largest market for imported cobalt worldwide, comprising 62% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States ($295M), with a 7.6% share of global imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 7.5% share.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China stood at -19.2%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-33.0% per year) and Japan (+0.8% per year).
Cobalt - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | 2 | 2 | 2.2 | 6.0% |
| Canada | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.3 | -33.3% |
| Netherlands | 0.05 | 0.08 | 0.2 | 109.6% |
| Russia | 0.2 | 0.09 | 0.08 | -38.2% |
In value terms, Democratic Republic of the Congo ($2.2B) remains the largest cobalt supplier worldwide, comprising 59% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada ($269M), with a 7.1% share of global exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 6.2% share.
In Democratic Republic of the Congo, cobalt exports increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the period from 2018-2020. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Canada (-33.3% per year) and the Netherlands (+109.6% per year).
Cobalt - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for cobalt worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, 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.
Cobalt - Product Coverage
- HS 810520 - Cobalt; mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy, unwrought cobalt, powders
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global cobalt 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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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
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- 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 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- 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
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- 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 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- 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, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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