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Global Metal Link Chain Market 2024

Metal Link Chain Market Size

The global metal link chain market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after eight years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption showed a abrupt shrinkage. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Metal Link Chain Production

In value terms, metal link chain production expanded significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, global production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Metal Link Chain Exports

Exports

Global metal link chain exports soared to X tons in 2021, surging by 37% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, total exports indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.1% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, metal link chain exports surged to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

China represented the major exporter of iron or steel articulated link chain in the world, with the volume of exports finishing at X tons, which was near 51% of total exports in 2021. Germany (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by South Korea (X tons) and the United States (X tons). All these countries together took approx. 24% share of total exports. The following exporters - France (X tons), Italy (X tons), Finland (X tons), Austria (X tons) and India (X tons) - each recorded a 9.1% share of total exports.

China was also the fastest-growing in terms of the iron or steel articulated link chain exports, with a CAGR of +30.5% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, India (+10.1%), Germany (+3.6%), South Korea (+2.8%), Austria (+2.0%) and Finland (+1.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. France and the United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Italy (-1.2%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. China (+41 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global exports, while Finland, France, Italy, South Korea, Germany and the United States saw its share reduced by -1.7%, -2.6%, -3%, -4.7%, -6.8% and -7.6% from 2012 to 2021, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest metal link chain supplying countries worldwide were Germany ($X), China ($X) and the United States ($X), with a combined 59% share of global exports.

In terms of the main exporting countries, China, with a CAGR of +28.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal link chain export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -7.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 6.5% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+5.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Link Chain Imports

Imports

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in supplies from abroad of iron or steel articulated link chain, when their volume increased by 16% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal link chain imports soared to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, global imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the four major importers of iron or steel articulated link chain, namely Russia, the United States, Brazil and Germany, represented more than third of total import. The following importers - Canada (X tons), Japan (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Colombia (X tons), China (X tons), Italy (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), the UK (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) - together made up 25% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Russia (with a CAGR of +26.0%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest metal link chain importing markets worldwide were the United States ($X), Japan ($X) and Mexico ($X), with a combined 25% share of global imports. Germany, Brazil, Russia, China, Canada, Italy, Thailand, the UK, Colombia and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

Russia, with a CAGR of +18.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal link chain import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 6.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 6.4%. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+13.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of metal link chain consumption was China, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, metal link chain consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.
China remains the largest metal link chain producing country worldwide, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, metal link chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.
In value terms, Germany remains the largest metal link chain supplier worldwide, comprising 30% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 15% share of global exports. It was followed by the United States, with a 13% share.
In value terms, the largest metal link chain importing markets worldwide were the United States, Japan and Mexico, with a combined 26% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Brazil, Russia, China, Canada, Italy, Thailand, the UK, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, which together accounted for a further 36%.
In 2021, the average metal link chain export price amounted to $6,121 per ton, surging by 1.8% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average metal link chain import price amounted to $5,547 per ton, growing by 4.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global metal link chain market. 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 28152170 - Iron or steel articulated link chain (excluding roller chain)

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL 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. GLOBAL 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
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  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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