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Kazakhstan: Cadmium Market 2025

Cadmium Market Size in Kazakhstan

After two years of growth, the Kazakh cadmium market decreased by -30.8% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption showed a noticeable setback. Cadmium consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cadmium Production in Kazakhstan

In value terms, cadmium production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Cadmium Exports

Exports from Kazakhstan

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of cadmium and articles thereof increased by 24% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 165% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cadmium exports rose markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 158%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for cadmium exports from Kazakhstan, with a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, cadmium exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Russia (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to China amounted to +2.7%.

In value terms, China ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cadmium and articles thereof exports from Kazakhstan, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($X), with a 27% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China stood at +3.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average cadmium export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -7.4% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a slight increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, cadmium export price increased by +5.7% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 62% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Russia (+2.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Cadmium Imports

Imports into Kazakhstan

Cadmium imports into Kazakhstan contracted sharply to X kg in 2022, waning by -49.4% on 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 710% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X kg, and then reduced notably in the following year.

In value terms, cadmium imports dropped remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed notable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 601%. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X kg) was the main supplier of cadmium to Kazakhstan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia stood at -3.9%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cadmium and articles thereof to Kazakhstan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Russia stood at +2.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cadmium import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average import price increased by 328% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to +7.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cadmium and articles thereof in the world?

India remains the largest cadmium consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, cadmium consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Chile, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 4.1% share.

What are the largest producers of cadmium and articles thereof in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of cadmium production, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, cadmium production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Chile, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cadmium and articles thereof to Kazakhstan?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of cadmium to Kazakhstan.

What are the leading importers of cadmium and articles thereof from Kazakhstan?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for cadmium exports from Kazakhstan, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 28% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cadmium and articles thereof in Kazakhstan?

In 2021, the average cadmium export price amounted to $2,168 per ton, increasing by 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cadmium and articles thereof in Kazakhstan?

In 2021, the average cadmium import price amounted to $16,138 per ton, rising by 3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cadmium market in Kazakhstan. 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 24453030 - Bismuth and articles thereof, including waste and scrap, n .e.c., cadmium and articles thereof (excluding waste and scrap), n.e.c.

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kazakhstan
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024