Report Update May 1, 2025

Argentina - Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Argentina: Market for Precious Metal Ores And Concentrates 2025

Market Size for Precious Metal Ores And Concentrates in Argentina

The Argentinian market for precious metal ores and concentrates soared to $X in 2022, increasing by 29% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a resilient expansion. Precious metal ore and concentrate consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Production of Precious Metal Ores And Concentrates in Argentina

In value terms, precious metal ore and concentrate production rose modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -2.7% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 62%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Precious Metal Ores And Concentrates

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, exports of precious metal ores and concentrates from Argentina shrank rapidly to X tons, with a decrease of -49.4% on 2021 figures. In general, exports continue to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 208%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, precious metal ore and concentrate exports dropped remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports faced a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 115%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons), Germany (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main destinations of precious metal ore and concentrate exports from Argentina, together comprising 50% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of +24.0%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for precious metal ore and concentrate exported from Argentina were Germany ($X), Belgium ($X) and South Korea ($X), together comprising 47% of total exports.

Belgium, with a CAGR of +11.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for precious metal ores and concentrates amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -17.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 23% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Chile (+4.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Precious Metal Ores And Concentrates

Imports into Argentina

Precious metal ore and concentrate imports into Argentina fell sharply to X kg in 2022, waning by -52.5% against the previous year. In general, imports, however, enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 221% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X kg, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, precious metal ore and concentrate imports declined sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 236% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X kg) was the main precious metal ore and concentrate supplier to Argentina, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Canada totaled +37.9%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of precious metal ores and concentrates to Argentina.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Canada stood at +56.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for precious metal ores and concentrates stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 3.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a tangible increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average import price increased by 65% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Canada.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to +13.8% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

The country with the largest volume of precious metal ore and concentrate consumption was China, comprising approx. 39% of total volume. Moreover, precious metal ore and concentrate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, sevenfold. Peru ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

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

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Australia, Peru and Russia, with a combined 37% share of global production. These countries were followed by Ecuador, Greece, Indonesia, Turkey, Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, Argentina, Chile and Tanzania, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of precious metal ores and concentrates to Argentina?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of precious metal ore and concentrate to Argentina, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 32% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of precious metal ores and concentrates from Argentina?

In value terms, the largest markets for precious metal ore and concentrate exported from Argentina were South Korea, Germany and Belgium, with a combined 75% share of total exports. Canada, Peru, Chile and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

What is the average export price for precious metal ores and concentrates in Argentina?

In 2021, the average export price for precious metal ores and concentrates amounted to $8,341 per ton, increasing by 5.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for precious metal ores and concentrates in Argentina?

The average import price for precious metal ores and concentrates stood at $202,507 per ton in 2021, picking up by 48% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for precious metal ore and concentrate in Argentina. 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 07291400 - Precious metal ores and concentrates

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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. 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. 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024