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Algeria - Chromium Ores and Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Algeria: Market for Chromium Ores and Concentrates 2024

Exports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for chromium ore and concentrate exports from Algeria, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China totaled -11.8%.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the key foreign market for chromium ores and concentrates exports from Algeria.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China totaled -1.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average chromium ore and concentrate export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -8.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 18% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +12.2% per year.

Imports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates

Imports into Algeria

Chromium ore and concentrate imports into Algeria was estimated at X tons in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, imports continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 304%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate imports shrank rapidly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed notable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 196% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X tons) constituted the largest chromium ore and concentrate supplier to Algeria, accounting for a 56% share of total imports. Moreover, chromium ore and concentrate imports from South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from South Africa amounted to +19.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+65.5% per year) and Italy (-4.3% per year).

In value terms, the largest chromium ore and concentrate suppliers to Algeria were Spain ($X), South Africa ($X) and Italy ($X), together comprising 99.9% of total imports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +40.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average chromium ore and concentrate import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -26.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 113% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for South Africa ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (-3.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chromium ores and concentrates in the world?

China remains the largest chromium ore and concentrate consuming country worldwide, accounting for 37% of total volume. Moreover, chromium ore and concentrate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Kazakhstan, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with an 11% share.

What are the largest producers of chromium ores and concentrates in the world?

The country with the largest volume of chromium ore and concentrate production was South Africa, accounting for 44% of total volume. Moreover, chromium ore and concentrate production in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan, threefold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 17% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chromium ores and concentrates to Algeria?

In value terms, the largest chromium ore and concentrate suppliers to Algeria were Spain, South Africa and Italy, with a combined 100% share of total imports.

What is the average import price for chromium ores and concentrates in Algeria?

In 2021, the average chromium ore and concentrate import price amounted to $535 per ton, dropping by -5.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for chromium ore and concentrate in Algeria. 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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Market volume and value
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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Algeria
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. 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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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