Southern Asia: Market for Articles Of Graphite Or Other Carbon For Electrical Purposes 2025

Market Size for Articles Of Graphite Or Other Carbon For Electrical Purposes in Southern Asia

In 2022, the South Asian carbon for electrical purposes market increased by 1.9% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. The total consumption indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +12.9% against 2020 indices. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Articles Of Graphite Or Other Carbon For Electrical Purposes in Southern Asia

In value terms, carbon for electrical purposes production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +5.6% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 51% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Articles Of Graphite Or Other Carbon For Electrical Purposes

Exports in Southern Asia

In 2022, the amount of articles of graphite or other carbon for electrical purposes exported in Southern Asia contracted markedly to X tons, falling by -17% on 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, carbon for electrical purposes exports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 30%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the one major exporters of articles of graphite or other carbon for electrical purposes, namely India, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the articles of graphite or other carbon for electrical purposes exports, with a CAGR of -5.0% from 2012 to 2022. India (+1.6 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the largest carbon for electrical purposes supplier in Southern Asia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in India totaled -6.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 12% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the export price increased by 25%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to -1.8% per year.

Imports of Articles Of Graphite Or Other Carbon For Electrical Purposes

Imports in Southern Asia

In 2022, supplies from abroad of articles of graphite or other carbon for electrical purposes increased by 92% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 94%. The volume of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, carbon for electrical purposes imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 217%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

India prevails in imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was approx. 96% of total imports in 2022. Bangladesh (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the articles of graphite or other carbon for electrical purposes imports, with a CAGR of +12.4% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Bangladesh (+12.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. India (+6.8 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, India ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported articles of graphite or other carbon for electrical purposes in Southern Asia, comprising 99% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bangladesh ($X), with a 0.5% share of total imports.

In India, carbon for electrical purposes imports increased at an average annual rate of +25.0% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -18.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while Bangladesh totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+11.2%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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