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Iran: Alumina Market 2024

Alumina Market Size in Iran

The Iranian alumina market expanded remarkably to $X in 2022, picking up by 6.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed a slight setback. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Alumina Production in Iran

In value terms, alumina production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 51% against the previous year. Alumina production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Alumina Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2022, shipments abroad of alumina increased by 12% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 175% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, alumina exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 177% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for alumina exports from Iran, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany amounted to -28.3%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) also remains the key foreign market for alumina exports from Iran.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Germany totaled -19.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The average alumina export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -9.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 123%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Azerbaijan amounted to +46.2% per year.

Alumina Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2022, supplies from abroad of alumina was finally on the rise to reach X tons after four years of decline. In general, imports, however, saw a dramatic contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 122% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, alumina imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 180%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of alumina imports to Iran, together comprising 96% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +19.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), India ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the largest alumina suppliers to Iran, together comprising 93% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +12.4%, 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

The average alumina import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -9.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 59% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+12.4%), 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 alumina in the world?

The country with the largest volume of alumina consumption was China, accounting for 52% of total volume. Moreover, alumina consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Australia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 5.1% share.

What are the largest producers of alumina in the world?

China remains the largest alumina producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, alumina production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 7.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of alumina to Iran?

In value terms, Switzerland constituted the largest supplier of alumina to Iran, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 25% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 7.6% share.

What are the leading importers of alumina from Iran?

In value terms, the largest markets for alumina exported from Iran were Germany and Kazakhstan.

What is the average export price for alumina in Iran?

In 2020, the average alumina export price amounted to $1,113 per ton, growing by 37% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for alumina in Iran?

In 2020, the average alumina import price amounted to $597 per ton, with an increase of 2.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alumina 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 24421200 - Aluminium oxide (excluding artificial corundum)

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. 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