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Brazil: Mercury Market 2024

Mercury Market Size in Brazil

The Brazilian mercury market dropped remarkably to $X in 2021, falling by -99.9% 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 continues to indicate a dramatic setback. Mercury consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Mercury Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2016, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas shipments of mercuries, when their volume decreased by 0% to X kg. In general, exports saw a precipitous contraction. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2016, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mercury exports totaled $X in 2016. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant curtailment. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2016, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Argentina (X kg) was the main destination for mercury exports from Brazil, accounting for a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, mercury exports to Argentina exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X kg), sixfold.

From 2013 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Argentina amounted to -86.4%.

From 2013 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of value to Argentina stood at -83.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average mercury export price stood at $X per ton in 2016, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2016 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2016, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada stood at $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2016, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Argentina (+15.8%).

Mercury Imports

Imports into Brazil

For the third consecutive year, Brazil recorded decline in purchases abroad of mercuries, which decreased by -99.9% to X kg in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a precipitous shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 521%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports contracted significantly to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a dramatic slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 590% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Japan (X kg), Hong Kong SAR (X kg) and Mexico (X kg) were the main suppliers of mercury imports to Brazil, together accounting for 67% of total imports. The United States and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 33%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of -44.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest mercury suppliers to Brazil were the United States ($X), Hong Kong SAR ($X) and Mexico ($X), together comprising 74% of total imports. Japan, the UK, Kyrgyzstan and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 18%.

The UK, with a CAGR of -45.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average mercury import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 17%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Singapore ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kyrgyzstan (+0.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for mercury in the world?

China remains the largest mercury consuming country worldwide, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, mercury consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, sixfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.6% share.

What are the largest producers of mercury in the world?

China remains the largest mercury producing country worldwide, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, mercury production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, sixfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mercury to Brazil?

In value terms, the United States $368), Hong Kong SAR $284) and Japan $127) constituted the largest mercury suppliers to Brazil, with a combined 78% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of mercury from Brazil?

In value terms, Argentina remains the key foreign market for mercury exports from Brazil.

What is the average export price for mercury in Brazil?

The average mercury export price stood at $7,866 per ton in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mercury in Brazil?

In 2021, the average mercury import price amounted to $49,700 per ton, rising by 7.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mercury 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.

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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

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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