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Switzerland: Mercury Market 2024

Mercury Market Size in Switzerland

The Swiss mercury market was estimated at $X in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw significant growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Mercury Production in Switzerland

In value terms, mercury production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Mercury production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Mercury Exports

Exports from Switzerland

In 2022, overseas shipments of mercuries increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after eight years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a significant decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury exports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Australia (X tons) was the main destination for mercury exports from Switzerland, accounting for a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Turkey (X kg), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Australia amounted to X%.

In value terms, Australia ($X) remains the key foreign market for mercuries exports from Switzerland, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Turkey ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Australia totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average mercury export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw tangible growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Australia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Mercury Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2022, approx. X tons of mercuries were imported into Switzerland; falling by X% on 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The UK (X kg), France (X kg) and Germany (X kg) were the main suppliers of mercury imports to Switzerland, together accounting for X% of total imports. Spain lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of mercuries to Switzerland, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (X% per year) and France (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average mercury import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, faced a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (X%), 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 mercury in the world?

The country with the largest volume of mercury consumption was China, comprising approx. 53% of total volume. Moreover, mercury consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Indonesia, with a 6.3% share.

What are the largest producers of mercury in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of mercury production, comprising approx. 49% of total volume. Moreover, mercury production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, fivefold. Indonesia ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mercury to Switzerland?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of mercuries to Switzerland, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a 10% share.

What are the leading importers of mercury from Switzerland?

In value terms, Australia remains the key foreign market for mercuries exports from Switzerland, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey, with a 4.2% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for mercury in Switzerland?

In 2022, the average mercury export price amounted to $26,511 per ton, declining by -19.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mercury in Switzerland?

In 2022, the average mercury import price amounted to $16,658 per ton, jumping by 133% against the previous year.

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