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U.S.: Mercury Market 2024

Mercury Market Size in the U.S.

The U.S. mercury market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. Overall, consumption showed a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the market value increased by 8.3%. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Mercury Production in the U.S.

In value terms, mercury production rose significantly to $X in 2021. In general, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Mercury Exports

Exports from the U.S.

For the third consecutive year, the United States recorded decline in shipments abroad of mercuries, which decreased by 0% to X kg in 2015. Over the period under review, exports saw a dramatic decline. The smallest decline of -98.6% was in 2013. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2015, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mercury exports amounted to $X in 2015. Overall, exports recorded a sharp slump. The smallest decline of -86.1% was in 2013. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2015, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2015, the average annual growth rate of volume to Mexico amounted to -60.3%.

From 2012 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Mexico amounted to -48.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2015, the average mercury export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 911%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2015 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2015, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Mexico amounted to +30.4% per year.

Mercury Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2021, mercury imports into the United States fell remarkably to X tons, waning by -64% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports recorded a sharp contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 180%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports contracted notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a sharp decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 382%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Canada (X tons) was the main mercury supplier to the United States, accounting for a 99% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany (X kg), with a 1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Canada amounted to -25.9%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of mercuries to the United States, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 21% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Canada stood at -17.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average mercury import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a perceptible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 125% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Canada amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+27.0%).

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, comprising approx. 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 third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mercury to the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of mercury to the United States, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 21% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for mercury in the U.S.?

The average mercury export price stood at $87,000 per ton in 2015, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for mercury in the U.S.?

The average mercury import price stood at $23,511 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -8.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mercury 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.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

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Data coverage:

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
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 2012–2023
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