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Argentina: Rare Earth Metal Market 2024

Rare Earth Metal Market Size in Argentina

The Argentinian rare earth metal market surged to $X in 2021, picking up by 422% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption saw a temperate increase. Rare earth metal consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Rare Earth Metal Exports

Exports from Argentina

For the fourth year in a row, Argentina recorded growth in overseas shipments of rare earth metals, which increased by 14% to X kg in 2020. In general, exports recorded significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, rare earth metal exports skyrocketed to $X in 2020. Overall, exports posted a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X kg) was the main destination for rare earth metal exports from Argentina, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to South Korea was relatively modest.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for rare earth metals exports from Argentina.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to South Korea was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average rare earth metal export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to 0.0% per year.

Rare Earth Metal Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2021, rare earth metal imports into Argentina surged to X tons, rising by 492% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a remarkable increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, rare earth metal imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest rare earth metal supplier to Argentina, accounting for a 88% share of total imports. Moreover, rare earth metal imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Hong Kong SAR (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +16.9%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of rare earth metals to Argentina, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Hong Kong SAR ($X), with a 25% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average rare earth metal import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -20.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 41%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the price for China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (+10.5%), 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 rare earth metals in the world?

The country with the largest volume of rare earth metal consumption was China, accounting for 49% of total volume. Moreover, rare earth metal consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of rare earth metals in the world?

The country with the largest volume of rare earth metal production was China, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, rare earth metal production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. Myanmar ranked third in terms of total production with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of rare earth metals to Argentina?

In value terms, the largest rare earth metal suppliers to Argentina were China and Hong Kong SAR.

What is the average export price for rare earth metals in Argentina?

In 2020, the average rare earth metal export price amounted to $38,000 per ton, waning by -17.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for rare earth metals in Argentina?

In 2021, the average rare earth metal import price amounted to $6,972 per ton, rising by 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rare earth metal market 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.

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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 Argentina
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
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
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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