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Thailand - Iron Or Steel Expanded Metal - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Expanded Metal Price in Thailand - 2023

Expanded Metal Price in Thailand (CIF) - 2023

In September 2023, the average expanded metal import price amounted to $1,406 per ton, standing approximately at the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a noticeable reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in December 2022 when the average import price increased by 1,437% m-o-m. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $24,877 per ton. From January 2023 to September 2023, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to -3.5% per month.

Expanded Metal Price in Thailand (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average expanded metal export price amounted to $5,147 per ton, with an increase of 11% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 161% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $5,357 per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Lao People's Democratic Republic ($6,498 per ton), while the average price for exports to Myanmar ($1,988 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Cambodia (+39.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Expanded Metal Imports in Thailand

In 2022, the amount of iron or steel expanded metal imported into Thailand expanded markedly to 1.8K tons, with an increase of 11% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 78% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, expanded metal imports rose notably to $2.1M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 50%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Import of Expanded Metal in Thailand (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	0.9	1.4	1.8	2.0	30.5%
Others	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.0%
Total	1.0	1.5	1.9	2.1	28.1%

Top Suppliers of Expanded Metal to Thailand in 2022:

China (1749.3 tons)

Expanded Metal Exports in Thailand

Expanded metal exports from Thailand soared to 18 tons in 2022, with an increase of 23% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 539%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 24 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, expanded metal exports skyrocketed to $94K in 2022. In general, exports enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 563% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $128K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Export of Expanded Metal in Thailand (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Lao People's Democratic Republic	5.5	71.7	63.6	79.5	143.6%
Vietnam	N/A	23.4	3.2	7.6	-43.0%
Myanmar	13.3	8.0	N/A	5.0	-27.8%
Japan	N/A	24.9	N/A	N/A	0%
Others	0.5	N/A	1.5	1.5	44.2%
Total	19.3	128	68.4	93.6	69.3%

Top Export Markets for Expanded Metal from Thailand in 2022:

Lao People's Democratic Republic (12.2 tons)
Vietnam (3.3 tons)
Myanmar (2.5 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded metal market in Thailand. 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 25931350 - Iron or steel expanded metal

Country coverage:

Thailand

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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 Thailand
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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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