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Asia-Pacific: Cobalt Ore Market 2024

Cobalt Ore Market Size in Asia-Pacific

In 2022, after four years of decline, there was growth in the Asia-Pacific cobalt ore market, when its value increased by X% to $X. In general, consumption continues to indicate a mild downturn. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cobalt Ore Production in Asia-Pacific

In value terms, cobalt ore production expanded slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. 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.

Cobalt Ore Exports

Exports in Asia-Pacific

In 2022, shipments abroad of cobalt ores decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cobalt ore exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Hong Kong SAR (X tons) was the main exporter of cobalt ores, creating X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by the Philippines (X tons), constituting a X% share of total exports. The following exporters - India (X tons), Singapore (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Australia (X tons) - together made up X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X) remains the largest cobalt ore supplier in Asia-Pacific, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Vietnam ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by India, with a X% share.

In Hong Kong SAR, cobalt ore exports contracted by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Vietnam (X% per year) and India (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a moderate increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a 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 Vietnam ($X per ton), while the Philippines ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Cobalt Ore Imports

Imports in Asia-Pacific

In 2022, purchases abroad of cobalt ores was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. In general, imports, however, faced a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cobalt ore imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China prevails in imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2022. Malaysia (X tons) held a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to cobalt ore imports into China stood at X%. At the same time, Malaysia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Malaysia emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Asia-Pacific, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Malaysia increased by X percentage points.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported cobalt ores in Asia-Pacific, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Malaysia ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the import price increased by X%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Malaysia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (X%).

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    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in Asia-Pacific, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in Asia-Pacific
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    2. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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    5. 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
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      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. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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      • 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
    12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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