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Morocco: Market for Chromium Ores and Concentrates 2024

Market Size for Chromium Ores and Concentrates in Morocco

The Moroccan chromium ore and concentrate market stood at $X in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a pronounced decline. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates

Exports from Morocco

Chromium ore and concentrate exports from Morocco amounted to X kg in 2022, approximately equating the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt descent. The smallest decline of -9.1% was in 2020. The exports peaked at X kg in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate exports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a abrupt slump. The smallest decline of -9.2% was in 2020. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Portugal (X kg) was the main destination for chromium ore and concentrate exports from Morocco, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Portugal was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Portugal was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average chromium ore and concentrate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price decreased by -0.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, 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 Portugal.

From 2015 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to 0.0% per year.

Imports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates

Imports into Morocco

In 2022, imports of chromium ores and concentrates into Morocco totaled X tons, rising by 3.2% against 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 309% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate imports contracted modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 283% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X tons) was the main chromium ore and concentrate supplier to Morocco, accounting for a 99% share of total imports. It was followed by France (X tons), with a 1.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from South Africa totaled +5.3%.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chromium ores and concentrates to Morocco, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 3.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Africa totaled +2.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average chromium ore and concentrate import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -4.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 37%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for South Africa stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+2.8%), 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 chromium ores and concentrates in the world?

The country with the largest volume of chromium ore and concentrate consumption was China, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, chromium ore and concentrate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Kazakhstan, threefold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 11% share.

What are the largest producers of chromium ores and concentrates in the world?

The country with the largest volume of chromium ore and concentrate production was South Africa, accounting for 44% of total volume. Moreover, chromium ore and concentrate production in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 17% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chromium ores and concentrates to Morocco?

In value terms, the largest chromium ore and concentrate suppliers to Morocco were the Netherlands, South Africa and France, together accounting for 92% of total imports. Italy lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 5.3%.

What is the average export price for chromium ores and concentrates in Morocco?

The average chromium ore and concentrate export price stood at $305 per ton in 2020, declining by -20.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chromium ores and concentrates in Morocco?

In 2021, the average chromium ore and concentrate import price amounted to $495 per ton, shrinking by -5.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for chromium ore and concentrate in Morocco. 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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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Morocco
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