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Pakistan: Alums Market 2024

Alums Market Size in Pakistan

In 2022, the Pakistani alums market decreased by -88% to $X, falling for the sixth consecutive year after five years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption saw a dramatic decrease. Alums consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Alums Production in Pakistan

In value terms, alums production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 12%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Alums Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2022, approx. X tons of alums were exported from Pakistan; with an increase of 24% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 19,729% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, alums exports contracted to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 12,289%. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

Bangladesh (X tons) was the main destination for alums exports from Pakistan, accounting for a 94% share of total exports. It was followed by Spain (X tons), with a 2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bangladesh stood at +48.8%.

In value terms, Bangladesh ($X) remains the key foreign market for alums exports from Pakistan, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain ($X), with a 21% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bangladesh totaled +36.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average alums export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -30.1% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bangladesh amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Afghanistan (+21.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Alums Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, approx. X tons of alums were imported into Pakistan; dropping by -47.2% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, recorded a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 345%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then fell markedly in the following year.

In value terms, alums imports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 393%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), India (X tons) and Germany (X kg) were the main suppliers of alums imports to Pakistan, together comprising 94% of total imports. Turkey and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 6%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for South Korea (with a CAGR of +38.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of alums to Pakistan, comprising 67% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 6.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +44.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+9.0% per year) and Germany (+1.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average alums import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 7.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 25% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.8%), 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 alums in the world?

The country with the largest volume of alums consumption was China, accounting for 45% of total volume. Moreover, alums consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, fivefold. The Philippines ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5% share.

What are the largest producers of alums in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of alums production, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, alums production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mexico, fivefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of alums to Pakistan?

In value terms, China, India and Germany appeared to be the largest alums suppliers to Pakistan, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of alums from Pakistan?

In value terms, Algeria remains the key foreign market for alums exports from Pakistan, comprising 66% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bangladesh $310), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Libya, with a 7.9% share.

What is the average export price for alums in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average alums export price amounted to $1,516 per ton, picking up by 56% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for alums in Pakistan?

The average alums import price stood at $2,825 per ton in 2021, reducing by -4.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alums market in Pakistan. 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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Country coverage:

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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 Pakistan
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
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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