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Pakistan: Market for Manganese Ores and Concentrates 2025

Market Size for Manganese Ores and Concentrates in Pakistan

The Pakistani manganese ore and concentrate market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a significant increase. Manganese ore and concentrate consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Production of Manganese Ores and Concentrates in Pakistan

In value terms, manganese ore and concentrate production contracted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Manganese Ores and Concentrates

Exports from Pakistan

In 2022, shipments abroad of manganese ores and concentrates decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, manganese ore and concentrate exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Malaysia (X tons) were the main destinations of manganese ore and concentrate exports from Pakistan.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Malaysia (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for manganese ore and concentrate exported from Pakistan were China ($X), Vietnam ($X) and Malaysia ($X).

Malaysia, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average manganese ore and concentrate export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

Imports of Manganese Ores and Concentrates

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, overseas purchases of manganese ores and concentrates increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, manganese ore and concentrate imports shrank slightly to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons), South Africa (X tons) and Zambia (X tons) were the main suppliers of manganese ore and concentrate imports to Pakistan, together accounting for X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for South Africa (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest manganese ore and concentrate suppliers to Pakistan were Brazil ($X), South Africa ($X) and Zambia ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, South Africa, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average manganese ore and concentrate import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Zambia ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($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 (X%), 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 manganese ores and concentrates in the world?

The country with the largest volume of manganese ore and concentrate consumption was China, accounting for 62% of total volume. Moreover, manganese ore and concentrate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, sixfold. Ghana ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.8% share.

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

The country with the largest volume of manganese ore and concentrate production was South Africa, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, manganese ore and concentrate production in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Gabon, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of manganese ores and concentrates to Pakistan?

In value terms, South Africa constituted the largest supplier of manganese ore and concentrate to Pakistan, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of manganese ores and concentrates from Pakistan?

In value terms, the largest markets for manganese ore and concentrate exported from Pakistan were Vietnam, China and India, with a combined 84% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Malaysia and Democratic Republic of the Congo, which together accounted for a further 15%.

What is the average export price for manganese ores and concentrates in Pakistan?

In 2020, the average manganese ore and concentrate export price amounted to $122 per ton, which is down by -7.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for manganese ores and concentrates in Pakistan?

In 2020, the average manganese ore and concentrate import price amounted to $335 per ton, growing by 38% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for manganese ore and concentrate 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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Market volume and value
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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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024