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Sudan: Aluminum Market 2025

Aluminum Market Size in Sudan

The Sudanese aluminum market fell notably to $X in 2021, reducing by -97.3% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a dramatic setback. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Aluminum Production in Sudan

In value terms, aluminum production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a perceptible curtailment. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Aluminum Exports

Exports from Sudan

For the tenth year in a row, Sudan recorded growth in overseas shipments of aluminum, which increased by 6.6% to X tons in 2021. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, aluminum exports reached $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for aluminum exports from Sudan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to India totaled +3.4%.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the key foreign market for aluminum exports from Sudan.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to India was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average aluminum export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -5.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price decreased by -2.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, 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 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to -2.9% per year.

Aluminum Imports

Imports into Sudan

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of aluminum, when their volume decreased by -49.3% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 228% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2020, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, aluminum imports shrank significantly to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a mild reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 228% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2020, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Egypt (X tons) was the main aluminum supplier to Sudan, accounting for a 90% share of total imports. Moreover, aluminum imports from Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Egypt stood at +4.5%.

In value terms, Egypt ($X) constituted the largest supplier of aluminum to Sudan, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with an 8.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Egypt totaled +1.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average aluminum import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 35% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a perceptible slump. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for Egypt stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+0.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for aluminum in the world?

The country with the largest volume of aluminum consumption was China, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, aluminum consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, tenfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3% share.

What are the largest producers of aluminum in the world?

China remains the largest aluminum producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 56% of total volume. Moreover, aluminum production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 5.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of aluminum to Sudan?

In value terms, Egypt constituted the largest supplier of aluminum to Sudan, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 13% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for aluminum in Sudan?

In 2011, the average aluminum export price amounted to $1,500 per ton, reducing by -23.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for aluminum in Sudan?

In 2020, the average aluminum import price amounted to $1,921 per ton, declining by -25% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminum market in Sudan. 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 24421130 - Unwrought non-alloy aluminium (excluding powders and flakes)
Prodcom 24421154 - Unwrought aluminium alloys (excluding aluminium powders and flakes)

Country coverage:

Sudan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sudan
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024