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Western Africa: Fluorspar Market 2024

Fluorspar Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2021, approx. X tons of fluorspar were exported in Western Africa; picking up by 2,884% compared with 2020 figures. Overall, exports posted a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fluorspar exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports posted a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Nigeria (X tons) represented roughly 100% of total exports in 2021.

Nigeria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the fluorspar exports, with a CAGR of +54.0% from 2014 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) also remains the largest fluorspar supplier in Western Africa.

In Nigeria, fluorspar exports expanded at an average annual rate of +31.6% over the period from 2014-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -58.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a dramatic decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 355% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2014 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Nigeria amounted to -14.4% per year.

Fluorspar Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2021, purchases abroad of fluorspar decreased by -41.3% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, imports saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 145% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fluorspar imports shrank notably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 135%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Nigeria (X tons) was the main importer of fluorspar, committing 75% of total imports. Ghana (X tons) took a 15% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Burkina Faso (7.2%). Senegal (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to fluorspar imports into Nigeria stood at +4.8%. At the same time, Senegal (+27.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Senegal emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of +27.1% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Burkina Faso (-22.6%) and Ghana (-30.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Nigeria (+64 p.p.), Burkina Faso (+7.2 p.p.) and Senegal (+2 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Ghana saw its share reduced by -73.3% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported fluorspar in Western Africa, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Ghana ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Burkina Faso, with a 7.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Nigeria totaled +5.9%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ghana (-30.8% per year) and Burkina Faso (-14.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 5.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the import price increased by 39% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Burkina Faso ($X per ton) and Nigeria ($X per ton), while Senegal ($X per ton) and Ghana ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Burkina Faso (+10.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Ghana remains the largest fluorspar consuming country in Western Africa, comprising approx. 51% of total volume. Moreover, fluorspar consumption in Ghana exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Guinea, twofold. Senegal ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 13% share.
Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of fluorspar production, accounting for 100% of total volume.
In value terms, Nigeria remains the largest fluorspar supplier in Western Africa.
In value terms, Nigeria constitutes the largest market for imported fluorspar in Western Africa, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ghana, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Togo, with a 5.4% share.
The fluorspar export price in Western Africa stood at $197 per ton in 2020, reducing by -7.2% against the previous year.
The fluorspar import price in Western Africa stood at $356 per ton in 2020, which is down by -18.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fluorspar market in Western Africa. 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:

    • Benin
    • Burkina Faso
    • Cabo Verde
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Liberia
    • Mali
    • Mauritania
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Senegal
    • Sierra Leone
    • Togo
    • Cote d'Ivoire

    Data coverage:

    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

    Reasons to buy this report:

    • Take advantage of the latest data
    • Find deeper insights into current market developments
    • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

    This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

    In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

    1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
    2. How to load your idle production capacity
    3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
    4. How to increase your profit margins
    5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
    6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
    7. How to outsource production to other countries
    8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

    While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

    1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

    4. 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. 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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      • Benin
      • Burkina Faso
      • Cabo Verde
      • Gambia
      • Ghana
      • Guinea
      • Guinea-Bissau
      • Liberia
      • Mali
      • Mauritania
      • Niger
      • Nigeria
      • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
      • Senegal
      • Sierra Leone
      • Togo
      • Cote d'Ivoire

    12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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