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Sri Lanka: Alkali Metals Market 2024

Alkali Metals Market Size in Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan alkali metals market expanded markedly to $X in 2021, with an increase of 7.9% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, saw a deep slump. Alkali metals consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Alkali Metals Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2021, alkali metals exports from Sri Lanka totaled X kg, leveling off at 2020. In general, exports saw a significant decline. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2020. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, alkali metals exports stood at $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a precipitous decline. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2020. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X kg) was the main destination for alkali metals exports from Sri Lanka, with a 89% share of total exports. Moreover, alkali metals exports to Hong Kong SAR exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X kg), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Hong Kong SAR was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Hong Kong SAR was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average alkali metals export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price faced a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to India (0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Alkali Metals Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

In 2021, overseas purchases of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep slump. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, alkali metals imports reduced to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 76% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), China (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main suppliers of alkali metals imports to Sri Lanka, with a combined 98% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of +101.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury to Sri Lanka, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 6.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from India stood at +2.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (+62.9% per year) and China (-17.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average alkali metals import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 92% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+89.0%), 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 alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of alkali metals consumption in 2020 were China, Malaysia and Germany, together comprising 38% of global consumption. The United States, India, Japan, Australia, Russia, Indonesia and Palestine lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in the world?

The country with the largest volume of alkali metals production was China, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, alkali metals production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury to Sri Lanka?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of alkali metals to Sri Lanka.

What is the average export price for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in Sri Lanka?

In 2019, the average alkali metals export price amounted to $12,500 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in Sri Lanka?

In 2020, the average alkali metals import price amounted to $19,298 per ton, with an increase of 72% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alkali metals market in Sri Lanka. 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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Prodcom 20132300 - Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury

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Sri Lanka

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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 Sri Lanka
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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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