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South Africa: Molybdenum Market 2024

Molybdenum Market Size in South Africa

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the South African molybdenum market, when its value increased by 113% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a remarkable increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Molybdenum Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, overseas purchases of molybdenum were finally on the rise to reach X kg after two years of decline. Overall, imports posted buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 1,360%. Imports peaked at X kg in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, molybdenum imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 6,667% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Italy (X kg) was the main molybdenum supplier to South Africa, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Italy totaled +34.9%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of molybdenum to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Italy totaled +122.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average molybdenum import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 37% against the previous year. In general, the import price posted a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 363% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to +64.7% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for molybdenum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Chile and the United States, with a combined 72% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Peru, Mexico, Canada and Armenia, which together accounted for a further 23%.

What are the largest producers of molybdenum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Chile and the United States, with a combined 73% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of molybdenum to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest molybdenum suppliers to South Africa were the UK and China.

What are the leading importers of molybdenum from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia remains the key foreign market for molybdenum exports from South Africa.

What is the average export price for molybdenum in South Africa?

The average molybdenum export price stood at $32,316 per ton in 2021, waning by -2.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for molybdenum in South Africa?

The average molybdenum import price stood at $204,074 per ton in 2021, picking up by 6.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the molybdenum market in South Africa. 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:

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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 2012–2023
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