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Ecuador: Market for Antimony Ores and Concentrates 2024

Market Size for Antimony Ores and Concentrates in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian antimony ore and concentrate market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after eight years of decline. In general, consumption, however, faced a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Antimony Ores and Concentrates in Ecuador

In value terms, antimony ore and concentrate production rose significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a sharp shrinkage. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Antimony Ores and Concentrates

Exports from Ecuador

In 2017, approx. X tons of antimony ores and concentrates were exported from Ecuador; growing by 97% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 174%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2017, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, antimony ore and concentrate exports surged to $X in 2017. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 250%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2017, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for antimony ore and concentrate exports from Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of volume to China amounted to +26.1%.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the key foreign market for antimony ores and concentrates exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value to China totaled +34.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2017, the average antimony ore and concentrate export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -3.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw tangible growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 28% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2017, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +6.2% per year.

Imports of Antimony Ores and Concentrates

Imports into Ecuador

For the seventh consecutive year, Ecuador recorded decline in supplies from abroad of antimony ores and concentrates, which decreased by -3.7% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a pronounced contraction. The smallest decline of -3.6% was in 2017. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, antimony ore and concentrate imports amounted to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when imports increased by 1.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Italy (X tons) was the main supplier of antimony ore and concentrate to Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Italy was relatively modest.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of antimony ores and concentrates to Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average antimony ore and concentrate import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 5.3% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 5.3%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to +1.2% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for antimony ores and concentrates in the world?

The country with the largest volume of antimony ore and concentrate consumption was China, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, antimony ore and concentrate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, threefold. Tajikistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.9% share.

What are the largest producers of antimony ores and concentrates in the world?

China remains the largest antimony ore and concentrate producing country worldwide, accounting for 53% of total volume. Moreover, antimony ore and concentrate production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tajikistan, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of antimony ores and concentrates to Ecuador?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of antimony ore and concentrate to Ecuador.

What are the leading importers of antimony ores and concentrates from Ecuador?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for antimony ore and concentrate exports from Ecuador.

What is the average export price for antimony ores and concentrates in Ecuador?

In 2017, the average antimony ore and concentrate export price amounted to $1,027 per ton, reducing by -61% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for antimony ores and concentrates in Ecuador?

In 2020, the average antimony ore and concentrate import price amounted to $13,081 per ton, increasing by 5.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for antimony ore and concentrate in Ecuador. 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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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
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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 2012–2023
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