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China: Mercury Market 2025

Mercury Market Size in China

In 2021, the Chinese mercury market decreased by -7.8% to $X for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year rising trend. In general, consumption, however, recorded a remarkable increase. Mercury consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

Mercury Production in China

In value terms, mercury production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 74%. Mercury production peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

Mercury Exports

Exports from China

In 2021, overseas shipments of mercuries decreased by -63.2% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports saw a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 116% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mercury exports declined dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 85% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Zimbabwe (X tons) was the main destination for mercury exports from China, with a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, mercury exports to Zimbabwe exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Togo (X tons), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Zimbabwe amounted to +132.5%.

In value terms, Zimbabwe ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for mercuries exports from China, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Togo ($X), with an 8.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Zimbabwe totaled +87.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average mercury export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -24.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 61% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then fell significantly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zimbabwe ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Togo amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Guyana (+22.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Mercury Imports

Imports into China

After seven years of decline, supplies from abroad of mercuries decreased by -2.2% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports faced a sharp setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 99%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports shrank to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 274%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Nigeria (X tons) was the main mercury supplier to China, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Nigeria stood at -2.2%.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of mercuries to China.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Nigeria amounted to -3.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average mercury import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, posted a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 88%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Nigeria.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Indonesia amounted to +141.1% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of mercury consumption, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, mercury consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.6% share.
China remains the largest mercury producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, mercury production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.6% share.
In value terms, Singapore constituted the largest supplier of mercury to China, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 12% share of total imports.
In value terms, the largest markets for mercury exported from China were Sudan, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates, together accounting for 56% of total exports. Guyana, Togo, Zimbabwe and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.
The average mercury export price stood at $21,444 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 4.6% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average mercury import price amounted to $21,763 per ton, increasing by 1,039% against the previous year.

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

    Country coverage:

    Data coverage:

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

    Reasons to buy this report:

    • Take advantage of the latest data
    • Find deeper insights into current market developments
    • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

    This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

    In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

    1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
    2. How to load your idle production capacity
    3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
    4. How to increase your profit margins
    5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
    6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
    7. How to outsource production to other countries
    8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

    While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

      Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
      2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
      3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
      4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

    2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
      2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

    3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

    5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

    6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

      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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Import Supplying Countries

      1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Destinations for Exports

      1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    11. LIST OF TABLES

      1. Key Findings In 2024
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024

    12. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
      9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
      10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
      11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
      12. Exports and Growth, By Product
      13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
      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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      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, 2012–2024
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      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, 2012–2024

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