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Benelux: Rare Earth Metal Market 2025

Rare Earth Metal Market Size in Benelux

In 2021, the Benelux rare earth metal market increased by 4.5% to $X, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption showed a resilient increase. The level of consumption peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Rare Earth Metal Production in Benelux

In value terms, rare earth metal production fell notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 300%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

Rare Earth Metal Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2021, shipments abroad of rare earth metals decreased by -43.4% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, exports saw a pronounced reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 113% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, rare earth metal exports dropped sharply to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a precipitous setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 65% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X tons) was the major exporter of rare earth metals in Benelux, creating 100% of total export.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the rare earth metals exports, with a CAGR of +2.8% from 2012 to 2021. While the share of the Netherlands (+36 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) also remains the largest rare earth metal supplier in Benelux.

In the Netherlands, rare earth metal exports declined by an average annual rate of -16.6% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -69.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the export price increased by 106% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to -18.9% per year.

Rare Earth Metal Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, overseas purchases of rare earth metals decreased by -8.5% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 407%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, rare earth metal imports contracted slightly to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a sharp setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 256%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands prevails in imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 94% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), achieving a 5.6% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the rare earth metals imports, with a CAGR of -1.6% from 2012 to 2021. Belgium (-30.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of the Netherlands increased by +52 percentage points.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported rare earth metals in Benelux, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 9.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the Netherlands stood at -19.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 4.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the import price increased by 487%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the Netherlands totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-5.8%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rare earth metal market in Benelux. 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
Per Capita consumption
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Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
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, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024