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Hong Kong SAR, China - Graphite (Natural) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Hong Kong SAR, China: Graphite Market 2024

Graphite Market Size in Hong Kong SAR, China

For the fourth year in a row, the Hong Kong graphite market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 157% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption continues to indicate significant growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Graphite Production in Hong Kong SAR, China

In value terms, graphite production expanded to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 160% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Graphite Exports

Exports from Hong Kong SAR, China

In 2021, shipments abroad of graphite (natural) decreased by -31.6% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after four years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a notable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 166%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, graphite exports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate pronounced growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 482%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Hungary (X tons), South Korea (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main destinations of graphite exports from Hong Kong SAR, together comprising 85% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in South Korea (with a CAGR of +179.4%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Korea ($X), Hungary ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest markets for graphite exported from Hong Kong SAR worldwide, with a combined 80% share of total exports.

South Korea, with a CAGR of +213.4%, 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, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average graphite export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 405% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Hungary ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+12.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Graphite Imports

Imports into Hong Kong SAR, China

In 2021, approx. X tons of graphite (natural) were imported into Hong Kong SAR; jumping by 205% compared with 2020. In general, imports recorded a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 501%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, graphite imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a remarkable increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Hong Kong SAR, accounting for a 70% share of total imports. Moreover, graphite imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Japan (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +57.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Japan (+1.8% per year) and Sri Lanka (0.0% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Hong Kong SAR, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a 25% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at +49.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Japan (+0.8% per year) and Sri Lanka (0.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average graphite import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -17.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 359% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Sri Lanka ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (-1.0%).

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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?

The country with the largest volume of graphite production was China, comprising approx. 69% of total volume. Moreover, graphite production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, sevenfold. Canada ranked third in terms of total production with a 4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of graphite (natural) to Hong Kong SAR, China?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Hong Kong SAR, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 25% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of graphite (natural) from Hong Kong SAR, China?

In value terms, South Korea, Hungary and China were the largest markets for graphite exported from Hong Kong SAR worldwide, with a combined 80% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for graphite (natural) in Hong Kong SAR, China?

The average graphite export price stood at $11,322 per ton in 2021, growing by 20% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for graphite (natural) in Hong Kong SAR, China?

The average graphite import price stood at $5,716 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -17.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the graphite market in Hong Kong SAR, China. 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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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Hong Kong SAR, China
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