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Egypt: Graphite Market 2024

Graphite Market Size in Egypt

In 2021, the Egyptian graphite market increased by 138% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption enjoyed a moderate expansion. Graphite consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Graphite Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, shipments abroad of graphite (natural) decreased by -97.2% to X kg for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, exports saw a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 249%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then shrank notably in the following year.

In value terms, graphite exports shrank sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a mild expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 2,460% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X kg) was the main destination for graphite exports from Egypt, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Saudi Arabia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for graphite exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Saudi Arabia stood at +40.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average graphite export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 174% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 2,381%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Libya amounted to +131.6% per year.

Graphite Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of graphite (natural), when their volume increased by 146% to X tons. In general, imports posted a pronounced expansion. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, graphite imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed notable growth. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest graphite supplier to Egypt, accounting for a 53% share of total imports. Moreover, graphite imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States (X tons), with a 6.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+39.8% per year) and the United States (+16.3% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Egypt, comprising 46% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 7.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+40.3% per year) and the United States (+20.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average graphite import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -22.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, graphite import price increased by +33.4% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 72% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+22.8%), 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 graphite (natural) in the world?

China remains the largest graphite consuming country worldwide, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, graphite consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the Dominican Republic, with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of graphite (natural) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of graphite production, accounting for 69% of total volume. Moreover, graphite production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of graphite (natural) to Egypt?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Egypt, comprising 49% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with an 8.3% share.

What is the average export price for graphite (natural) in Egypt?

The average graphite export price stood at $209 per ton in 2021, falling by -90.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for graphite (natural) in Egypt?

The average graphite import price stood at $962 per ton in 2021, growing by 2.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the graphite market in Egypt. 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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Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
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