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South Africa: Market for Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides 2024

Market Size for Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides in South Africa

The South African molybdenum oxides and hydroxides market soared to $X in 2022, growing by 9,469% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Production of Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides in South Africa

In value terms, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 27%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides decreased by -4.4% to X kg, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 317%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X kg. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 270% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Swaziland (X kg) was the main destination for molybdenum oxides and hydroxides exports from South Africa, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Swaziland totaled +10.4%.

In value terms, Swaziland ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for molybdenum oxides and hydroxides exports from South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Swaziland stood at +14.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average molybdenum oxides and hydroxides export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -11.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 56% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Swaziland.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Zimbabwe amounted to +8.6% per year.

Imports of Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, the amount of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides imported into South Africa surged to X tons, growing by 7,465% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, imports posted significant growth. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Netherlands (X tons) was the main supplier of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides to South Africa, with a 91% share of total imports. Moreover, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides imports from the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the Netherlands amounted to +311.6%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides to South Africa, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 6.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands amounted to +551.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average molybdenum oxides and hydroxides import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 82% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the last decade. 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.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for India stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+58.4%), 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 molybdenum oxides and hydroxides in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, Austria and Iran, with a combined 38% share of global consumption. The United States, the Czech Republic, Japan, the Netherlands, France, the UK, Belgium, Denmark and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 42%.

What are the largest producers of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Chile, the Netherlands and Iran, together accounting for 71% of global production. China, Austria, Singapore and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 19%.

What are the leading suppliers of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides to South Africa.

What are the leading importers of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides from South Africa?

In value terms, Zambia remains the key foreign market for molybdenum oxides and hydroxides exports from South Africa.

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

In 2021, the average molybdenum oxides and hydroxides export price amounted to $19,297 per ton, which is down by -6.7% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average molybdenum oxides and hydroxides import price amounted to $16,546 per ton, reducing by -2.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for molybdenum oxides and hydroxides 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:

Prodcom 20121973 - Molybdenum oxides and hydroxides

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