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Sweden: Mercury Market 2024

Mercury Market Size in Sweden

The Swedish mercury market expanded remarkably to $X in 2021, increasing by 8.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a moderate increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Mercury Production in Sweden

In value terms, mercury production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -8.6% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 40% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Mercury Exports

Exports from Sweden

In 2020, overseas shipments of mercuries decreased by -95.2% to X kg, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports faced a precipitous shrinkage. The smallest decline of -1.8% was in 2013. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; afterwards, it flattened through to 2020.

In value terms, mercury exports reduced markedly to $X in 2020. Overall, exports recorded a dramatic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 50%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Finland (X kg) was the main destination for mercury exports from Sweden, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Finland totaled -34.5%.

In value terms, Finland ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for mercuries exports from Sweden.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Finland stood at -13.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average mercury export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, jumping by 87% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted a significant increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Finland amounted to +32.3% per year.

Mercury Imports

Imports into Sweden

In 2021, overseas purchases of mercuries decreased by -33.3% to X kg for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, imports faced a dramatic decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 898%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a precipitous slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 1,068% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Denmark (X kg) constituted the largest mercury supplier to Sweden, accounting for a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, mercury imports from Denmark exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, New Zealand (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Denmark stood at -40.0%.

In value terms, Denmark ($X) constituted the largest supplier of mercuries to Sweden, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by New Zealand ($X), with an 11% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Denmark stood at +124.5%.

Import Prices by Country

The average mercury import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 161% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 758%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per ton), while the price for New Zealand amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Denmark (+277.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for mercury in the world?

The country with the largest volume of mercury consumption was China, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, mercury consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.6% share.

What are the largest producers of mercury in the world?

China remains the largest mercury producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, mercury production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, sixfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mercury to Sweden?

In value terms, Denmark constituted the largest supplier of mercury to Sweden, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by New Zealand, with an 11% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of mercury from Sweden?

In value terms, Finland $47) remains the key foreign market for mercury exports from Sweden.

What is the average export price for mercury in Sweden?

The average mercury export price stood at $32,888 per ton in 2020, picking up by 408% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mercury in Sweden?

The average mercury import price stood at $43,895 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -16.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mercury market in Sweden. 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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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sweden
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
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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