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Saudi Arabia: Market for Zinc Ores And Concentrates 2024

Market Size for Zinc Ores And Concentrates in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi zinc ores and concentrates market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, picking up by 586% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a abrupt contraction. Zinc ores and concentrates consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Zinc Ores And Concentrates in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, zinc ores and concentrates production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a mild setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 30%. Zinc ores and concentrates production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Zinc Ores And Concentrates

Exports from Saudi Arabia

Zinc ores and concentrates exports from Saudi Arabia fell sharply to X tons in 2021, shrinking by -29.8% on 2020 figures. Overall, exports, however, showed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 172% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

In value terms, zinc ores and concentrates exports reached $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 167%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for zinc ores and concentrates exports from Saudi Arabia, with a 68% share of total exports. Moreover, zinc ores and concentrates exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, South Korea (X tons), threefold. Italy (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China totaled +23.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Korea (+0.4% per year) and Italy (+24.7% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for zinc ores and concentrates exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by Italy, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to China totaled +33.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Korea (+1.4% per year) and Italy (+17.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average zinc ores and concentrates export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 44% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Zinc Ores And Concentrates

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2013, approx. X tons of zinc ores and concentrates were imported into Saudi Arabia; with an increase of 101% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, zinc ores and concentrates imports surged to $X in 2013. In general, imports showed significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2013, Spain (X tons) was the main zinc ores and concentrates supplier to Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2013, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain was relatively modest.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of zinc ores and concentrates to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2013, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2013, the average zinc ores and concentrates import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 38% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a significant increase from 2012 to 2013: its price increased at an average annual rate of +37.6% over the last one years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.

From 2012 to 2013, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Spain amounted to 0.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for zinc ores and concentrates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and South Korea, with a combined 46% share of global consumption. Australia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Ireland, Mexico, Spain, Belgium, Canada, Finland and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

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

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, Australia and Peru, together accounting for 50% of global production. The United States, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Ireland, Bolivia, Sweden, Portugal, Russia and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of zinc ores and concentrates to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Egypt constituted the largest supplier of zinc ores and concentrates to Saudi Arabia.

What are the leading importers of zinc ores and concentrates from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for zinc ores and concentrates exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Italy, with an 8.5% share.

What is the average export price for zinc ores and concentrates in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average zinc ores and concentrates export price amounted to $730 per ton, with an increase of 1.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for zinc ores and concentrates in Saudi Arabia?

The average zinc ores and concentrates import price stood at $553 per ton in 2015, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for zinc ores and concentrates in Saudi Arabia. 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
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
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
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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
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