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Global Mercury Market 2024

Mercury Market Size

The global mercury market shrank modestly to $X in 2022, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the global market remained at a lower figure.

Mercury Production

In value terms, mercury production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, posted a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, global production growth failed to regain momentum.

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Mercury Exports

Exports

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of mercuries decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports saw a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mercury exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Nigeria represented the key exporting country with an export of about X tons, which recorded X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Tajikistan (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons), together achieving a X% share of total exports. Japan (X tons), Vietnam (X tons), Peru (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Nigeria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the mercuries exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Tajikistan (X%), the United Arab Emirates (X%), Thailand (X%), Vietnam (X%) and Peru (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. By contrast, Japan (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Nigeria (X p.p.), Tajikistan (X p.p.), the United Arab Emirates (X p.p.), Vietnam (X p.p.), Thailand (X p.p.) and Peru (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), Tajikistan ($X) and Nigeria ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, together accounting for X% of global exports.

Nigeria, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average mercury export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Mercury Imports

Imports

In 2022, global mercury imports contracted to X tons, waning by X% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, global imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), distantly followed by Togo (X tons), India (X tons), Bolivia (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Argentina (X tons) were the largest importers of mercuries, together mixing up X% of total imports. South Africa (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

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

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), Bolivia ($X) and India ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for X% of global imports. South Africa, Vietnam, Togo, Argentina, Brazil and Democratic Republic of the Congo lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Argentina, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among 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 2022, the average mercury import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a noticeable decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. 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.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bolivia (X%), while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest mercury consuming country worldwide, 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 taken by Indonesia, with a 6.3% share.
The country with the largest volume of mercury production was China, 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.
In value terms, the largest mercury supplying countries worldwide were the United Arab Emirates, Tajikistan and Nigeria, together accounting for 64% of global exports.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, Bolivia and India appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 54% of global imports. South Africa, Vietnam, Togo, Argentina, Brazil and Democratic Republic of the Congo lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.
In 2022, the average mercury export price amounted to $22,694 per ton, jumping by 41% against the previous year.
In 2022, the average mercury import price amounted to $33,028 per ton, which is down by -5.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global mercury 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:

    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

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    • 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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