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Kazakhstan - Nickel (Unwrought) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Kazakhstan: Nickel Market 2025

Nickel Market Size in Kazakhstan

The Kazakh nickel market reached $X in 2022, picking up by 1.8% against the previous year. In general, consumption enjoyed a resilient increase. Nickel consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Nickel Production in Kazakhstan

In value terms, nickel production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 43% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Nickel Exports

Exports from Kazakhstan

In 2022, the amount of nickel (unwrought) exported from Kazakhstan reduced to X tons, waning by -11.5% on 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a precipitous decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 254%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nickel exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 218% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Uzbekistan (X tons) was the main destination for nickel exports from Kazakhstan, accounting for a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by Russia (X kg), with a 0.3% share of total exports.

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

In value terms, Uzbekistan ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for nickel (unwrought) exports from Kazakhstan, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($X), with a 0.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Uzbekistan was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average nickel export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 145% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a prominent increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices 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 Uzbekistan 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 (+21.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Nickel Imports

Imports into Kazakhstan

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of nickel (unwrought) decreased by -59.4% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports saw a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 91%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, nickel imports reduced dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 71%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of nickel to Kazakhstan, accounting for a 80% share of total imports. Moreover, nickel imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia totaled -6.5%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nickel (unwrought) to Kazakhstan, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia totaled -2.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average nickel import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 86% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, nickel import price increased by +88.6% against 2020 indices. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while the price for China amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+5.1%), 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 nickel (unwrought) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Russia, with a combined 32% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Nigeria, Turkey, Japan, the UK, South Korea, France, Poland, Sudan and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of nickel (unwrought) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Russia and China, together comprising 27% of global production. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Nigeria, Australia, Turkey, Canada, the UK, Japan, Norway, Poland and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of nickel (unwrought) to Kazakhstan?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of nickel to Kazakhstan, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 2.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of nickel (unwrought) from Kazakhstan?

In value terms, China emerged as the key foreign market for nickel exports from Kazakhstan, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Japan, with a 10% share.

What is the average export price for nickel (unwrought) in Kazakhstan?

In 2021, the average nickel export price amounted to $93,936 per ton, jumping by 62,514% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nickel (unwrought) in Kazakhstan?

In 2021, the average nickel import price amounted to $16,424 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nickel 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 24451100 - Nickel, unwrought
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Country coverage:

Kazakhstan

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

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 2012–2024
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