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Iran: Alkali Metals Market 2024

Alkali Metals Market Size in Iran

In 2021, the Iranian alkali metals market decreased by -13.5% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption saw a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Alkali Metals Production in Iran

In value terms, alkali metals production rose significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 29% against the previous year. Alkali metals production peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Alkali Metals Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2021, the amount of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury exported from Iran dropped markedly to X tons, waning by -54.6% against 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 530%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, alkali metals exports totaled $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 11% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for alkali metals exports from Iran, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates totaled +28.1%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury exports from Iran.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United Arab Emirates amounted to +3.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average alkali metals export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 126% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a significant decline. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -19.4% per year.

Alkali Metals Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2021, purchases abroad of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury decreased by -36.6% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after four years of growth. Overall, imports faced a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 192% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, alkali metals imports fell sharply to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a sharp descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 108%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest alkali metals supplier to Iran, accounting for a 78% share of total imports. Moreover, alkali metals imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), fourfold. The UK (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +12.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (-23.3% per year) and the UK (+24.5% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), China ($X) and India ($X) appeared to be the largest alkali metals suppliers to Iran, together comprising 91% of total imports. The UK lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further 0.9%.

In terms of the main suppliers, the UK, with a CAGR of +12.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average alkali metals import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 23%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+23.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of alkali metals consumption in 2020 were China, Malaysia and Germany, with a combined 38% share of global consumption. The United States, India, Japan, Australia, Russia, Indonesia and Palestine lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.
China remains the largest alkali metals producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, alkali metals production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 3.7% share.
In value terms, China, the United Arab Emirates and India were the largest alkali metals suppliers to Iran, with a combined 94% share of total imports.
In value terms, Turkey emerged as the key foreign market for alkali metals exports from Iran, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with an 11% share of total exports.
The average alkali metals export price stood at $407 per ton in 2020, dropping by -63.7% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average alkali metals import price amounted to $6,640 per ton, picking up by 24% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alkali metals market in Iran. 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 20132300 - Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury

Country coverage:

  • Iran

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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

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