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Qatar: Aluminium Bar Market 2025

Aluminium Bar Market Size in Qatar

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Qatari aluminium bar market, when its value increased by 70% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. Aluminium bar consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Aluminium Bar Production in Qatar

In value terms, aluminium bar production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a dramatic decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with a decrease of -19.6% against the previous year. Aluminium bar production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Aluminium Bar Exports

Exports from Qatar

In 2021, exports of aluminium bars, rods and profiles from Qatar soared to X tons, with an increase of 67% on 2020. Over the period under review, exports posted significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 166% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, aluminium bar exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 154%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to No country was relatively modest.

In value terms, Kuwait ($X) remains the key foreign market for aluminium bars, rods and profiles exports from Qatar, comprising 11% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Oman ($X), with a 1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Kuwait stood at +46.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Oman (-29.0% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-30.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2015, the average aluminium bar export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2015 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2015, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2015, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bahrain (+31.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Aluminium Bar Imports

Imports into Qatar

In 2021, supplies from abroad of aluminium bars, rods and profiles increased by 22% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after four years of decline. In general, imports, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 95%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, aluminium bar imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 91%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Oman (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) were the main suppliers of aluminium bar imports to Qatar, together accounting for 73% of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, India, Greece and France, which together accounted for a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Greece (with a CAGR of +61.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Oman ($X), Turkey ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the largest aluminium bar suppliers to Qatar, with a combined 57% share of total imports. Germany, Greece, India and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

Greece, with a CAGR of +54.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average aluminium bar import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -4.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a perceptible decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 67%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Greece ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+28.9%), 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 aluminium bars, rods and profiles in the world?

The country with the largest volume of aluminium bar consumption was China, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, aluminium bar consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.9% share.

What are the largest producers of aluminium bars, rods and profiles in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of aluminium bar production, accounting for 28% of total volume. Moreover, aluminium bar 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 Brazil, with a 6.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of aluminium bars, rods and profiles to Qatar?

In value terms, the largest aluminium bar suppliers to Qatar were Turkey, Oman and China, with a combined 64% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of aluminium bars, rods and profiles from Qatar?

In value terms, the largest markets for aluminium bar exported from Qatar were Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Oman, with a combined 76% share of total exports. Bahrain, Jordan, Palestine and Kuwait lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

What is the average export price for aluminium bars, rods and profiles in Qatar?

In 2015, the average aluminium bar export price amounted to $2,463 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for aluminium bars, rods and profiles in Qatar?

The average aluminium bar import price stood at $3,969 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -3.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminium bar market in Qatar. 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 24422230 - Aluminium bars, rods and profiles (excluding rods and profiles prepared for use in structures)
Prodcom 24422250 - Aluminium alloy bars, rods, profiles and hollow profiles (excluding rods and profiles prepared for use in structures)

Country coverage:

Qatar

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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 Qatar
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
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 2012–2024
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