Artificial Graphite Price in Bulgaria - 2023

Contents:

1. Artificial Graphite Price in Bulgaria (CIF) - 2022
2. Artificial Graphite Price in Bulgaria (FOB) - 2022
3. Artificial Graphite Imports in Bulgaria
4. Artificial Graphite Exports in Bulgaria

Artificial Graphite Price in Bulgaria (CIF) - 2022

The average artificial graphite import price stood at $1,464 per ton in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 51% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $1,578 per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average 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 Romania ($3,805 per ton), while the price for Slovenia ($498 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (+1.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Artificial Graphite Price in Bulgaria (FOB) - 2022

The average artificial graphite export price stood at $493,833 per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 319% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Romania amounted to -26.8% per year.

Artificial Graphite Imports in Bulgaria

In 2022, approx. 390 tons of artificial graphite were imported into Bulgaria; rising by 87% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw significant growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, artificial graphite imports soared to $571K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Top Suppliers of Artificial Graphite to Bulgaria in 2022:

1. Slovenia (354.3 tons)
2. Romania (18.0 tons)
3. Poland (6.3 tons)

Artificial Graphite Exports in Bulgaria

Artificial graphite exports from Bulgaria was estimated at 6 kg in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. Overall, exports continue to indicate a precipitous slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2020.

In value terms, artificial graphite exports amounted to $3K in 2021. In general, exports faced a significant curtailment. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2020.

Top Export Markets for Artificial Graphite from Bulgaria in 2022:

1. Italy (6.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform