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Iran: Metal Link Chain Market 2024

Metal Link Chain Market Size in Iran

For the third consecutive year, the Iranian metal link chain market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -36.9% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption saw a perceptible curtailment. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Metal Link Chain Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2021, the amount of iron or steel articulated link chain exported from Iran contracted significantly to X tons, dropping by -32.5% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 2,333% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, metal link chain exports reduced sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 995%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Tajikistan (X tons) was the main destination for metal link chain exports from Iran, with a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Azerbaijan (X kg), with a 1.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Tajikistan stood at +474.7%.

In value terms, Tajikistan ($X) remains the key foreign market for iron or steel articulated link chain exports from Iran, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Azerbaijan ($X), with a 2.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Tajikistan amounted to +318.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal link chain export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 18% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 95%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Azerbaijan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tajikistan stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Azerbaijan (-13.6%).

Metal Link Chain Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2021, metal link chain imports into Iran declined remarkably to X tons, shrinking by -38.6% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, recorded a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 663%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, metal link chain imports fell significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 417% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest metal link chain supplier to Iran, accounting for a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, metal link chain imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), fourfold. Germany (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +18.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+22.1% per year) and Germany (-18.3% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron or steel articulated link chain to Iran, comprising 49% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Turkey ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +20.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+10.0% per year) and Germany (-18.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average metal link chain import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 13% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 71% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, 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 South Korea ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron or steel articulated link chain in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal link chain consumption, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, metal link chain consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of iron or steel articulated link chain in the world?

China remains the largest metal link chain producing country worldwide, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, metal link chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron or steel articulated link chain to Iran?

In value terms, Turkey, Germany and Italy appeared to be the largest metal link chain suppliers to Iran, with a combined 86% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the UK and India, which together accounted for a further 14%.

What are the leading importers of iron or steel articulated link chain from Iran?

In value terms, Azerbaijan remains the key foreign market for metal link chain exports from Iran, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey $27), with a 1.3% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for iron or steel articulated link chain in Iran?

The average metal link chain export price stood at $5,229 per ton in 2021, waning by -5.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel articulated link chain in Iran?

The average metal link chain import price stood at $6,678 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 178% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal link chain 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 28152170 - Iron or steel articulated link chain (excluding roller chain)

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
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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