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Hong Kong SAR, China: Antimony Market 2024

Antimony Market Size in Hong Kong SAR, China

The Hong Kong antimony market contracted markedly to $X in 2022, which is down by -84.4% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption showed a abrupt slump. Antimony consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Antimony Exports

Exports from Hong Kong SAR, China

Antimony exports from Hong Kong SAR reduced notably to X tons in 2022, declining by -81.2% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports continue to indicate a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 234% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, antimony exports dropped remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a precipitous shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 781%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons) was the main destination for antimony exports from Hong Kong SAR, accounting for a 77% share of total exports. Moreover, antimony exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), sixfold. Peru (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with an 8.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands amounted to -27.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (-27.4% per year) and Peru (-15.9% per year).

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the key foreign market for antimony exports from Hong Kong SAR, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Peru ($X), with an 8.1% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a 6.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands amounted to -24.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Peru (-16.7% per year) and China (-29.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average antimony export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -5.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, posted perceptible growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 164%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (+26.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Antimony Imports

Imports into Hong Kong SAR, China

In 2022, antimony imports into Hong Kong SAR fell sharply to X tons, declining by -83.2% against 2021. In general, imports saw a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 395%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, antimony imports fell significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a dramatic descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 252%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main supplier of antimony to Hong Kong SAR, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled -20.7%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of antimony to Hong Kong SAR.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled -19.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average antimony import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 12% against the previous year. Overall, the import price posted a mild expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 69%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, 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 +1.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for antimony in the world?

China remains the largest antimony consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 51% of total volume. Moreover, antimony consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tajikistan, with a 9.6% share.

What are the largest producers of antimony in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of antimony production, accounting for 50% of total volume. Moreover, antimony 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 to Hong Kong SAR, China?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of antimony to Hong Kong SAR.

What are the leading importers of antimony from Hong Kong SAR, China?

In value terms, the Netherlands, the United States and the UK were the largest markets for antimony exported from Hong Kong SAR worldwide, with a combined 94% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for antimony in Hong Kong SAR, China?

The average antimony export price stood at $7,802 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -14% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for antimony in Hong Kong SAR, China?

In 2021, the average antimony import price amounted to $10,445 per ton, increasing by 30% against the previous year.

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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