Nigeria - Graphite (Natural) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Nigeria - Graphite (Natural) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Graphite Price in Nigeria - 2021

Contents:

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

Graphite Price in Nigeria (CIF) - 2022

The average graphite import price stood at $1,248 per ton in 2022, growing by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, graphite import price decreased by -35.0% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 52% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $1,921 per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat 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 India ($1,755 per ton), while the price for China ($294 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Graphite Price in Nigeria (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average graphite export price amounted to $854 per ton, falling by -65.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a sharp descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 146%. The export price peaked at $11,475 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sao Tome and Principe ($8,110 per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($25 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 Sao Tome and Principe (+15.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Graphite Imports in Nigeria

In 2022, supplies from abroad of graphite (natural) decreased by -24% to 20 tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports recorded a precipitous decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 693% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 639 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, graphite imports fell significantly to $25K in 2022. In general, imports recorded a significant decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 1,107% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $1.2M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Import of Graphite in Nigeria (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany87.61,1552.023.3-35.7%
China11.036.211.00.9-56.6%
South Africa0.85.32.60.1-50.0%
Others2.230.614.41.0-23.1%
Total1021,22729.925.3-37.2%

Top Suppliers of Graphite to Nigeria in 2022:

  1. Germany (16.3 tons)
  2. China (3.2 tons)
  3. South Africa (0.4 tons)

Graphite Exports in Nigeria

In 2022, shipments abroad of graphite (natural) increased by 874% to 925 kg for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback.

In value terms, graphite exports surged to $790 in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a dramatic curtailment.

Export of Graphite in Nigeria (USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Sao Tome and Principe6481,153172592-3.0%
Niger17513624.069.0-26.7%
IrelandN/AN/AN/A38.00%
South Africa79956.015.033.0-65.4%
CanadaN/A2.0N/A15.0173.9%
China837N/AN/AN/A0%
OthersN/AN/A24.043.079.2%
Total2,4591,347235790-31.5%

Top Export Markets for Graphite from Nigeria in 2022:

  1. Canada (605.0 kg)
  2. Niger (146.0 kg)
  3. Sao Tome and Principe (73.0 kg)
  4. Ireland (47.0 kg)
  5. South Africa (5.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the graphite market in Nigeria. 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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    Country coverage:

    • Nigeria

    Data coverage:

    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Trade (exports and imports) in Nigeria
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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    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. MARKET STRUCTURE
      3. TRADE BALANCE
      4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
      5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
    4. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Import Supplying Countries

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Destinations for Exports

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 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
    12. 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
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