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Philippines: Metal Stud-Link Chain Market 2025

Metal Stud-Link Chain Market Size in the Philippines

In 2021, the Philippine metal stud-link chain market decreased by -25.2% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after five years of growth. In general, consumption, however, posted a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Metal Stud-Link Chain Exports

Exports from the Philippines

In 2021, shipments abroad of iron/steel stud-link chain increased by 839% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 1,336% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal stud-link chain exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 2,047% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Indonesia (X tons) was the main destination for metal stud-link chain exports from the Philippines, with a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by Malaysia (X kg), with a 2.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Indonesia amounted to -14.9%.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) and Malaysia ($X) constituted the largest markets for metal stud-link chain exported from the Philippines worldwide.

Malaysia, with a CAGR of +7.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal stud-link chain export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 54% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 81% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, 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 Malaysia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (+30.2%).

Metal Stud-Link Chain Imports

Imports into the Philippines

In 2021, purchases abroad of iron/steel stud-link chain decreased by -30.1% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after five years of growth. In general, imports, however, showed moderate growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 84% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal stud-link chain imports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 102%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest metal stud-link chain supplier to the Philippines, accounting for a 79% share of total imports. Moreover, metal stud-link chain imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Singapore (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +1.5%.

In value terms, China ($X) and Singapore ($X) constituted the largest metal stud-link chain suppliers to the Philippines.

In terms of the main suppliers, Singapore, with a CAGR of +41.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal stud-link chain import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 13% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +7.3% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, metal stud-link chain import price increased by +28.8% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 20%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the price for China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (+7.7%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron/steel stud-link chain in the world?

China remains the largest metal stud-link chain consuming country worldwide, accounting for 32% of total volume. Moreover, metal stud-link chain consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, twofold. Chile ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.5% share.

What are the largest producers of iron/steel stud-link chain in the world?

The country with the largest volume of metal stud-link chain production was China, accounting for 93% of total volume. Moreover, metal stud-link chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Sweden, more than tenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of iron/steel stud-link chain to the Philippines?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of metal stud-link chain to the Philippines.

What are the leading importers of iron/steel stud-link chain from the Philippines?

In value terms, the largest markets for metal stud-link chain exported from the Philippines were France and Thailand.

What is the average export price for iron/steel stud-link chain in the Philippines?

The average metal stud-link chain export price stood at $5,455 per ton in 2020, waning by -34% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron/steel stud-link chain in the Philippines?

The average metal stud-link chain import price stood at $1,447 per ton in 2020, picking up by 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal stud-link chain market in the Philippines. 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 25931710 - Iron/steel stud-link chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, o r other articles where chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains, surveying chains, imitation jewellery

Country coverage:

Philippines

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Philippines
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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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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 2012–2024
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