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Iran: Graphite Market 2024

Graphite Market Size in Iran

After five years of growth, the Iranian graphite market decreased by -34.4% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate pronounced growth. Graphite consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Graphite Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of graphite (natural), when their volume increased by 23% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, saw a significant curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 126% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, graphite exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 124%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Italy (X tons) was the main destination for graphite exports from Iran, accounting for a 80% share of total exports. Moreover, graphite exports to Italy exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Armenia (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Italy stood at -22.4%.

In value terms, the largest markets for graphite exported from Iran were Italy ($X) and Armenia ($X).

Armenia, with a CAGR of -3.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average graphite export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 218%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Armenia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Italy amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Armenia (+8.5%).

Graphite Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2021, overseas purchases of graphite (natural) decreased by -38.8% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. In general, imports, however, posted a measured increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 114% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, graphite imports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a pronounced expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 94% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main graphite supplier to Iran, accounting for a 94% share of total imports. Moreover, graphite imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at +3.7%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Iran, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at +2.8%.

Import Prices by Country

The average graphite import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 9.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 35%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+1.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for graphite (natural) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of graphite consumption, comprising approx. 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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of graphite (natural) to Iran?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Iran.

What are the leading importers of graphite (natural) from Iran?

In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for graphite exports from Iran, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Armenia $949), with a 21% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for graphite (natural) in Iran?

In 2021, the average graphite export price amounted to $930 per ton, declining by -7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for graphite (natural) in Iran?

In 2021, the average graphite import price amounted to $869 per ton, waning by -13.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the graphite 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:

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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