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Italy: Graphite Market 2024

Graphite Market Size in Italy

The Italian graphite market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a slight setback. Graphite consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Graphite Exports

Exports from Italy

In 2021, shipments abroad of graphite (natural) decreased by -31.4% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after four years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a temperate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 166% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, graphite exports declined to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 75% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for graphite exports from Italy, with a 51% share of total exports. Moreover, graphite exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Czech Republic (X tons), twofold. Romania (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 16% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany stood at +20.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Czech Republic (+13.8% per year) and Romania (+20.5% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for graphite exported from Italy were the Czech Republic ($X), Germany ($X) and Romania ($X), together accounting for 77% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Romania, with a CAGR of +13.3%, recorded 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

In 2021, the average graphite export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 38% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a deep slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the Czech Republic ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Romania ($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 India (+15.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Graphite Imports

Imports into Italy

In 2021, overseas purchases of graphite (natural) were finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Overall, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, graphite imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a slight setback. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Madagascar (X tons), Germany (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of graphite imports to Italy, with a combined 67% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Madagascar (with a CAGR of +58.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Italy, comprising 36% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Madagascar ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany amounted to +2.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Madagascar (+54.5% per year) and China (-11.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average graphite import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild decline. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+4.8%), 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 graphite (natural) in the world?

China remains the largest graphite consuming country worldwide, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, graphite consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, sixfold. The Dominican Republic ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of graphite (natural) in the world?

China remains the largest graphite producing country worldwide, accounting for 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 Italy?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of graphite to Italy, comprising 36% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Madagascar, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with an 11% share.

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

In value terms, the largest markets for graphite exported from Italy were the Czech Republic, Germany and Romania, together accounting for 79% of total exports.

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

In 2021, the average graphite export price amounted to $1,530 per ton, growing by 38% against the previous year.

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

The average graphite import price stood at $1,171 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the graphite 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

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