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Germany: Copper Market 2024

Copper Market Size in Germany

After four years of decline, the German copper market increased by 547% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption showed a temperate increase. Copper consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Copper Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2022, approx. X tons of copper were exported from Germany; with an increase of 12% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 287%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, copper exports reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 253% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Exports by Country

Poland (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main destinations of copper exports from Germany.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of +329.3%).

In value terms, Belgium ($X) and Poland ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for copper exported from Germany worldwide.

Poland, with a CAGR of +255.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average copper export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -20.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 55%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined significantly in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Poland amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium (+1.3%).

Copper Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2022, after four years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of copper, when their volume increased by 207% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports showed tangible growth. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, copper imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed a resilient increase. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Bulgaria (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of copper to Germany, with a 81% share of total imports. Moreover, copper imports from Bulgaria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Chile (X tons), ninefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Brazil (X tons), with a 2.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Bulgaria amounted to +7.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Chile (+64.6% per year) and Brazil (+91.0% per year).

In value terms, Bulgaria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of copper to Germany, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Chile ($X), with a 7.1% share of total imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 2.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Bulgaria stood at +9.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Chile (+66.6% per year) and Belgium (-1.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average copper import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 3% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, copper import price increased by +98.4% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 27% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Bulgaria ($X per ton) and Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for Zambia ($X per ton) and Chile ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+10.9%), 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 copper in the world?

Chile constituted the country with the largest volume of copper consumption, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, copper consumption in Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. Peru ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 11% share.

What are the largest producers of copper in the world?

The country with the largest volume of copper production was Chile, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, copper production in Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Peru, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of copper to Germany?

In value terms, Bulgaria constituted the largest supplier of copper to Germany, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Zambia, with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading importers of copper from Germany?

In value terms, Belgium remains the key foreign market for copper exports from Germany, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 16% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for copper in Germany?

In 2021, the average copper export price amounted to $12,919 per ton, picking up by 9.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for copper in Germany?

In 2021, the average copper import price amounted to $10,702 per ton, increasing by 29% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the copper market in Germany. 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:

Prodcom 24441200 - Unrefined copper, copper anodes for electrolytic refining (including blister copper) (excluding electrocopper-plating, e lectroplating anodes)

Country coverage:

Germany

Data coverage:

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