Asia-Pacific - Chromium Ores and Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Chromium Ores and Concentrates in Asia-Pacific
In 2022, the Asia-Pacific chromium ore and concentrate market increased by 9.6% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. The total consumption indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +38.8% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Production of Chromium Ores and Concentrates in Asia-Pacific
In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate production contracted sharply to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 107%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
Exports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates
Exports in Asia-Pacific
Chromium ore and concentrate exports contracted to X tons in 2022, declining by -7.5% compared with 2021. Overall, exports showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 73%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate exports expanded markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 73%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
In 2022, Pakistan (X tons) represented the key exporter of chromium ores and concentrates, mixing up 76% of total exports. It was distantly followed by the Philippines (X tons), constituting a 21% share of total exports. China (X tons) took a minor share of total exports.
Exports from Pakistan decreased at an average annual rate of -2.8% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, China (+29.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Asia-Pacific, with a CAGR of +29.2% from 2012-2022. By contrast, the Philippines (-1.9%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Pakistan (+40 p.p.), the Philippines (+12 p.p.) and China (+2.3 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Pakistan ($X) remains the largest chromium ore and concentrate supplier in Asia-Pacific, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Philippines ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.
In Pakistan, chromium ore and concentrate exports shrank by an average annual rate of -1.3% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Philippines (+6.8% per year) and China (+31.4% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $X per ton, growing by 20% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.6%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 27%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the Philippines ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Philippines (+8.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates
Imports in Asia-Pacific
In 2022, imports of chromium ores and concentrates in Asia-Pacific shrank slightly to X tons, which is down by -3.2% compared with the year before. Total imports indicated a pronounced expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports decreased by -5.1% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 69%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate imports surged to $X in 2022. Total imports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +70.2% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 108% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
China prevails in imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was approx. 94% of total imports in 2022. Indonesia (X tons) held a relatively small share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to chromium ore and concentrate imports into China stood at +4.9%. At the same time, Indonesia (+66.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Indonesia emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Asia-Pacific, with a CAGR of +66.8% from 2012-2022. While the share of Indonesia (+4 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported chromium ores and concentrates in Asia-Pacific, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Indonesia ($X), with a 3.9% share of total imports.
In China, chromium ore and concentrate imports increased at an average annual rate of +5.6% over the period from 2012-2022.
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the import price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $X per ton, growing by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Indonesia stood at $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+0.7%).
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Country coverage:
- Afghanistan
- Australia
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- China
- Hong Kong SAR
- Macao SAR
- Cook Islands
- Fiji
- French Polynesia
- India
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Kiribati
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Marshall Islands
- Micronesia
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- Samoa
- Singapore
- Solomon Islands
- South Korea
- Sri Lanka
- Taiwan (Chinese)
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Tuvalu
- Vanuatu
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna Islands
- Lao People's Democratic Republic
- American Samoa
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
- Nauru
- Niue
- Guam
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- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
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- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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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
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. 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
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Australia
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- China
- Hong Kong SAR
- Macao SAR
- Cook Islands
- Fiji
- French Polynesia
- India
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Kiribati
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Marshall Islands
- Micronesia
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- Samoa
- Singapore
- Solomon Islands
- South Korea
- Sri Lanka
- Taiwan (Chinese)
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Tuvalu
- Vanuatu
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna Islands
- Lao People's Democratic Republic
- American Samoa
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
- Nauru
- Niue
- Guam
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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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