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Eastern Asia: Market for Antimony and Articles Thereof 2025

Market Size for Antimony and Articles Thereof in Eastern Asia

For the fourth consecutive year, the East Asian antimony and articles thereof market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 2.1% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption showed modest growth. The level of consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Production of Antimony and Articles Thereof in Eastern Asia

In value terms, antimony and articles thereof production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 23% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Antimony and Articles Thereof

Exports in Eastern Asia

In 2022, overseas shipments of antimony and articles thereof were finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 39% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, antimony and articles thereof exports expanded slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from China (X tons), together amounting to 97% of total export.

China was also the fastest-growing in terms of the antimony and articles thereof exports, with a CAGR of -7.4% from 2012 to 2022. While the share of China (+9.4 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the largest antimony and articles thereof supplier in Eastern Asia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in China totaled -11.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -2.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to -4.0% per year.

Imports of Antimony and Articles Thereof

Imports in Eastern Asia

In 2022, the amount of antimony and articles thereof imported in Eastern Asia skyrocketed to X tons, rising by 82% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports posted a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 85% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, antimony and articles thereof imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 142% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) prevails in imports structure, together creating 93% of total imports. Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +28.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) and South Korea ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together comprising 95% of total imports. Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 1.6%.

Hong Kong SAR, with a CAGR of +38.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 14% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the import price increased by 48% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (+14.3%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for antimony and articles thereof in Eastern Asia. 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:

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Country coverage:

China
Hong Kong SAR
Macao SAR
Japan
South Korea
Taiwan (Chinese)
Democratic People's Republic of Korea

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Eastern Asia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Eastern Asia
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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- China
- Hong Kong SAR
- Macao SAR
- Japan
- South Korea
- Taiwan (Chinese)
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
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