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India: Alkali Metals Market 2024

Alkali Metals Market Size in India

The Indian alkali metals market surged to $X in 2021, increasing by 38% 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). In general, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Alkali Metals Exports

Exports from India

In 2021, alkali metals exports from India surged to X tons, picking up by 99% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a precipitous decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 137%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, alkali metals exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 160%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and Colombia (X tons) were the main destinations of alkali metals exports from India, together accounting for 69% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Colombia (with a CAGR of +163.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for alkali metals exported from India were Turkey ($X), Mexico ($X) and Colombia ($X), together comprising 35% of total exports. These countries were followed by Bhutan, Oman, Bahrain, Nepal, the United Arab Emirates, the United States and the Netherlands, which together accounted for a further 8.7%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Bahrain, with a CAGR of +144.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average alkali metals export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw mild growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 81%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced sharply 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 ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Nepal ($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 the Netherlands (+11.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Alkali Metals Imports

Imports into India

Alkali metals imports into India skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, growing by 17% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +14.3% against 2018 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, alkali metals imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, total imports indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.8% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. 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 alkali metals supplier to India, accounting for a 85% share of total imports. Moreover, alkali metals imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X tons), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +7.0%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury to India, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by France ($X), with a 7.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +9.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average alkali metals import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 29% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for France totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+4.4%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of alkali metals consumption in 2020 were China, Malaysia and Germany, together comprising 38% of global consumption. The United States, India, Japan, Australia, Russia, Indonesia and Palestine lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in the world?

The country with the largest volume of alkali metals production was China, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, alkali metals production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, more than tenfold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury to India?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of alkali metals to India, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 9% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury from India?

In value terms, Turkey, Bolivia and Togo were the largest markets for alkali metals exported from India worldwide, together comprising 51% of total exports. Guyana, Mexico, China, Kenya, Oman, South Africa, Belgium, the United Arab Emirates, Bulgaria and Nepal lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.

What is the average export price for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in India?

In 2020, the average alkali metals export price amounted to $4,314 per ton, which is down by -5.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in India?

In 2020, the average alkali metals import price amounted to $4,165 per ton, reducing by -6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alkali metals market in India. 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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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