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Brazil: Cadmium Market 2025

Cadmium Market Size in Brazil

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Brazilian cadmium market, when its value decreased by -7.4% to $X. In general, consumption continues to indicate a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cadmium Production in Brazil

In value terms, cadmium production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 1.8% against the previous year. Cadmium production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Cadmium Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of cadmium and articles thereof, when their volume increased by 79% to X tons. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant increase. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cadmium exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant expansion. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for cadmium exports from Brazil, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to India stood at -32.9%.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the key foreign market for cadmium and articles thereof exports from Brazil.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to India amounted to -43.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The average cadmium export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -33.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 23%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, 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 India.

From 2014 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to -15.9% per year.

Cadmium Imports

Imports into Brazil

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of cadmium and articles thereof, when their volume decreased by -62.1% to X tons. Overall, imports saw a mild reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 418%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cadmium imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a notable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 225%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main suppliers of cadmium imports to Brazil.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Hong Kong SAR (with a CAGR of +10.0%).

In value terms, the largest cadmium suppliers to Brazil were Hong Kong SAR ($X) and South Korea ($X).

Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong SAR, with a CAGR of +25.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average cadmium import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a temperate expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 97% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the price for Hong Kong SAR stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (+14.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cadmium and articles thereof in the world?

India remains the largest cadmium consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, cadmium consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Chile, fourfold. Poland ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.1% share.

What are the largest producers of cadmium and articles thereof in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of cadmium production, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, cadmium production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Chile, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cadmium and articles thereof to Brazil?

In value terms, the largest cadmium suppliers to Brazil were Hong Kong SAR, Peru and the UK, together comprising 82% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cadmium and articles thereof from Brazil?

In value terms, India and China appeared to be the largest markets for cadmium exported from Brazil worldwide.

What is the average export price for cadmium and articles thereof in Brazil?

In 2021, the average cadmium export price amounted to $1,107 per ton, which is down by -16.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cadmium and articles thereof in Brazil?

The average cadmium import price stood at $2,782 per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cadmium market in Brazil. 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 24453030 - Bismuth and articles thereof, including waste and scrap, n .e.c., cadmium and articles thereof (excluding waste and scrap), n.e.c.

Country coverage:

Brazil

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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 2012–2024
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
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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