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Malaysia: Mercury Market 2024

Mercury Market Size in Malaysia

In 2021, the Malaysian mercury market increased by 13% to $X for the first time since 2013, thus ending a seven-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt descent. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Mercury Production in Malaysia

In value terms, mercury production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a sharp contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume decreased by -17.2%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Mercury Exports

Exports from Malaysia

In 2021, approx. X tons of mercuries were exported from Malaysia; growing by 141% compared with 2020. Overall, exports, however, faced a dramatic downturn. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mercury exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, showed a precipitous decline. The smallest decline of -20% was in 2018. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for mercury exports from Malaysia, with a 76% share of total exports. Moreover, mercury exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United States (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China amounted to -11.2%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for mercuries exports from Malaysia, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 26% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States totaled -28.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average mercury export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -66.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price faced a significant contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 88%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iran (+171.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Mercury Imports

Imports into Malaysia

In 2021, supplies from abroad of mercuries decreased by -46.1% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 586%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports declined markedly to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a dramatic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 1,044%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Nigeria (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of mercury to Malaysia, accounting for a 63% share of total imports. Moreover, mercury imports from Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Hong Kong SAR (X tons), twofold. Germany (X kg) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Nigeria was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Hong Kong SAR (-4.0% per year) and Germany (-19.1% per year).

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of mercuries to Malaysia, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Hong Kong SAR ($X), with an 8.9% share of total imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Nigeria was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Hong Kong SAR (-23.1% per year) and Japan (-15.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average mercury import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -6.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 67%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+2.6%), 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 mercury in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of mercury consumption, comprising approx. 56% of total volume. Moreover, mercury consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, sixfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.6% share.

What are the largest producers of mercury in the world?

China remains the largest mercury producing country worldwide, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, mercury production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, sixfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mercury to Malaysia?

In value terms, Australia constituted the largest supplier of mercury to Malaysia, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand, with a 12% share.

What are the leading importers of mercury from Malaysia?

In value terms, China emerged as the key foreign market for mercury exports from Malaysia, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 32% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for mercury in Malaysia?

In 2021, the average mercury export price amounted to $42,099 per ton, rising by 7.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mercury in Malaysia?

The average mercury import price stood at $63,075 per ton in 2021, surging by 24% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mercury market in Malaysia. 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 Malaysia
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