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Iran: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Iran

In 2022, the Iranian lignite market increased by 26% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Production in Iran

In value terms, lignite production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 27%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Lignite Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2022, exports of lignites from Iran soared to X tons, increasing by 24% on the year before. In general, exports saw a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 784%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lignite exports shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 623%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for lignite exports from Iran, accounting for a 68% share of total exports. Moreover, lignite exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Spain (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China stood at +12.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Spain (+27.9% per year) and Turkey (0.0% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for lignites exports from Iran, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain ($X), with a 12% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to China stood at +7.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Spain (+18.4% per year) and Turkey (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average lignite export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -22.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 49% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (-4.7%).

Lignite Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2022, lignite imports into Iran amounted to X tons, approximately equating the previous year's figure. Overall, imports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 104%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, lignite imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 85%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Kazakhstan (X tons) was the main lignite supplier to Iran, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Kazakhstan was relatively modest.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to Iran.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Kazakhstan was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average lignite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a precipitous descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average import price decreased by -9.3%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Kazakhstan.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Oman amounted to -12.4% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, China and Turkey, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Lao People's Democratic Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 46%.

What are the largest producers of lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, Indonesia and Turkey, with a combined 42% share of global production. Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Lao People's Democratic Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of lignite to Iran?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of lignite to Iran.

What are the leading importers of lignite from Iran?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for lignite exports from Iran, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with an 18% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for lignite in Iran?

In 2021, the average lignite export price amounted to $182 per ton, with a decrease of -12.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in Iran?

In 2018, the average lignite import price amounted to $197 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite 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.

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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

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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