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U.S.: Graphite Market 2024

Graphite Market Size in the U.S.

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the U.S. graphite market, when its value increased by 49% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a slight slump. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Graphite Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2021, overseas shipments of graphite (natural) increased by 41% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, exports continue to indicate a mild increase. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, graphite exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 18%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main destinations of graphite exports from the United States, together accounting for 62% of total exports. Japan, India, Belgium and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Belgium (with a CAGR of +68.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) remains the key foreign market for graphite exports from the United States, comprising 29% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Japan ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Korea totaled +33.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+2.1% per year) and Mexico (+0.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average graphite export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -16.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, posted pronounced growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 35%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Venezuela (+10.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Graphite Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2021, purchases abroad of graphite (natural) was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a slight descent. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, graphite imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Canada (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) were the main suppliers of graphite imports to the United States, with a combined 72% share of total imports. Madagascar, Brazil, Hong Kong SAR and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Hong Kong SAR (with a CAGR of +73.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of graphite to the United States, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with an 8.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to +1.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Canada (-3.1% per year) and Brazil (-3.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average graphite import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 11% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mozambique (+21.1%), 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 graphite (natural) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of graphite consumption, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, graphite consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the Dominican Republic, with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of graphite (natural) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of graphite production was China, accounting for 69% of total volume. Moreover, graphite production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, sevenfold. Canada ranked third in terms of total production with a 4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of graphite (natural) to the U.S.?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of graphite to the United States, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with an 8.5% share.

What are the leading importers of graphite (natural) from the U.S.?

In value terms, South Korea remains the key foreign market for graphite exports from the United States, comprising 29% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 12% share.

What is the average export price for graphite (natural) in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average graphite export price amounted to $2,802 per ton, waning by -14.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for graphite (natural) in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average graphite import price amounted to $1,362 per ton, increasing by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the graphite market in the U.S.. 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 the U.S.
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