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Nigeria: Market for Ferro-Cerium And Pyrophoric Alloys 2025

Market Size for Ferro-Cerium And Pyrophoric Alloys in Nigeria

In 2021, the Nigerien ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys market decreased by -16.8% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption saw a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Ferro-Cerium And Pyrophoric Alloys

Exports from Nigeria

In 2021, the amount of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys exported from Nigeria totaled less than X kg, approximately equating the year before. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys exports stood at less than $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports of Ferro-Cerium And Pyrophoric Alloys

Imports into Nigeria

In 2021, supplies from abroad of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys decreased by -37.1% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 317% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys imports expanded notably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 258% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main suppliers of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys imports to Nigeria.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for South Korea (with a CAGR of +96.3%).

In value terms, South Korea ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys to Nigeria, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 17% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Korea stood at +159.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 75% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a pronounced expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 95%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average 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 South Korea ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+32.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 42% of global consumption. Brazil, Russia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Iran, Germany, the UK, Egypt and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

What are the largest producers of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys production was China, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with an 8.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys to Nigeria?

In value terms, the largest ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys suppliers to Nigeria were the UK, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates, together accounting for 85% of total imports. Germany and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 13%.

What is the average import price for ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys in Nigeria?

In 2021, the average ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys import price amounted to $1,491 per ton, reducing by -1.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys in Nigeria. 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 32994210 - Ferro-cerium, pyrophoric alloys, articles of combustible materials, n.e.c.

Country coverage:

Nigeria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Nigeria
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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024