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MERCOSUR: Rare Earth Metal Market 2025

Rare Earth Metal Market Size in MERCOSUR

In 2021, the MERCOSUR rare earth metal market increased by 9.9% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Overall, consumption enjoyed measured growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Rare Earth Metal Production in MERCOSUR

In value terms, rare earth metal production fell to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 164% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Rare Earth Metal Exports

Exports in MERCOSUR

In 2021, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of rare earth metals, when their volume decreased by -79.5% to X kg. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 270%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X kg in 2020, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

In value terms, rare earth metal exports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1,578%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Peru (X kg) represented the major exporter of rare earth metals in MERCOSUR, committing 100% of total export.

Peru was also the fastest-growing in terms of the rare earth metals exports, with a CAGR of -5.3% from 2012 to 2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Peru increased by +99 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Peru was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2021, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the export price posted a moderate increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 353%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Peru.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Peru amounted to +4.9% per year.

Rare Earth Metal Imports

Imports in MERCOSUR

In 2021, the amount of rare earth metals imported in MERCOSUR soared to X tons, increasing by 194% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a noticeable reduction. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, rare earth metal imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Brazil represented the largest importing country with an import of about X tons, which accounted for 62% of total imports. Argentina (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Paraguay (X tons). All these countries together held near 38% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to rare earth metal imports into Brazil stood at -6.6%. At the same time, Paraguay (+200.0%) and Argentina (+6.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Paraguay emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of +200.0% from 2012-2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Argentina and Paraguay increased by +15 and +11 percentage points, respectively.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported rare earth metals in MERCOSUR, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with a 28% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Brazil stood at -14.6%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Argentina (-0.2% per year) and Paraguay (+210.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -6.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the import price increased by 27% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while Paraguay ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Paraguay (+3.4%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rare earth metal market in MERCOSUR. 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
Production in MERCOSUR, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in MERCOSUR
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Guyana
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Suriname
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024