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Italy: Bismuth Market 2022

Bismuth Market Size in Italy

In 2021, the Italian bismuth market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. In general, consumption posted a measured expansion. Bismuth consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Bismuth Exports

Exports from Italy

In 2021, the amount of bismuth exported from Italy surged to X tons, jumping by 500% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports showed a tangible increase. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, bismuth exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 331% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Romania (X tons), Poland (X tons) and Albania (X tons) were the main destinations of bismuth exports from Italy, with a combined 82% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Romania (with a CAGR of +537.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Romania ($X), Poland ($X) and Albania ($X) constituted the largest markets for bismuth exported from Italy worldwide, together accounting for 69% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Albania, with a CAGR of +231.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average bismuth export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -58.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 204%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Slovenia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (+54.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Bismuth Imports

Imports into Italy

In 2021, purchases abroad of bismuth increased by 93% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports enjoyed a buoyant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, bismuth imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X tons) was the main bismuth supplier to Italy, with a 90% share of total imports. Moreover, bismuth imports from the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Luxembourg (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Belgium (X tons), with a 1.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the Netherlands stood at +96.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Luxembourg (+127.2% per year) and Belgium (-31.2% per year).

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bismuth to Italy, comprising 82% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Luxembourg ($X), with a 4.8% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a 1.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Netherlands amounted to +69.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Luxembourg (+144.1% per year) and France (+9.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average bismuth import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 17% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, faced a abrupt shrinkage. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Luxembourg (+7.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bismuth in the world?

China remains the largest bismuth consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 49% of total volume. Moreover, bismuth consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Vietnam, sixfold. Hong Kong SAR ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.8% share.

What are the largest producers of bismuth in the world?

China remains the largest bismuth producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 75% of total volume. Moreover, bismuth production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Vietnam, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Lao People's Democratic Republic, with a 4.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of bismuth to Italy?

In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of bismuth to Italy, comprising 82% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Luxembourg, with a 4.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of bismuth from Italy?

In value terms, Romania, Poland and India were the largest markets for bismuth exported from Italy worldwide, with a combined 84% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for bismuth in Italy?

The average bismuth export price stood at $12,658 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -31.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bismuth in Italy?

The average bismuth import price stood at $7,869 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 29% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bismuth market in Italy. 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 Italy
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
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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
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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