Republic of Korea - Iron Oxides And Hydroxides - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Iron Oxide Pigment Price in South Korea - 2022

Contents:

  1. Iron Oxide Pigment Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022
  2. Iron Oxide Pigment Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022
  3. Iron Oxide Pigment Exports in South Korea
  4. Iron Oxide Pigment Imports in South Korea

Iron Oxide Pigment Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average iron oxide pigment export price amounted to $592 per ton, picking up by 25% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, iron oxide pigment export price increased by +83.2% against 2015 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 30%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($907 per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($434 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 China (+4.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Iron Oxide Pigment Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average iron oxide pigment import price amounted to $1,246 per ton, declining by -2.8% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $1,283 per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

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 ($2,577 per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($194 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+9.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Iron Oxide Pigment Exports in South Korea

In 2022, approx. 50K tons of iron oxide pigments were exported from South Korea; waning by -43.4% compared with 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 86% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 88K tons, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, iron oxide pigment exports reduced markedly to $29M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 143% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $42M, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

Export of Iron Oxide Pigment in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China13.412.735.224.822.8%
United States1.20.61.20.8-12.6%
Vietnam0.70.80.90.6-5.0%
Saudi Arabia0.60.30.70.5-5.9%
Others1.82.73.52.511.6%
Total17.717.141.629.318.3%

Top Export Markets for Iron Oxide Pigment from South Korea in 2022:

  1. China (43.2K tons)
  2. Vietnam (1.3K tons)
  3. Saudi Arabia (1.2K tons)
  4. United States (0.9K tons)

Iron Oxide Pigment Imports in South Korea

Iron oxide pigment imports into South Korea dropped to 17K tons in 2022, falling by -5.6% compared with the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 9.2% against the previous year.

In value terms, iron oxide pigment imports shrank to $22M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a mild setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 20% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $23M, and then fell in the following year.

Import of Iron Oxide Pigment in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China8.78.111.09.94.4%
Germany7.46.06.76.1-6.2%
Japan2.42.22.42.1-4.4%
Brazil0.20.60.60.535.7%
Vietnam0.50.30.60.50.0%
Spain0.10.20.20.226.0%
India0.20.2N/A0.1-20.6%
Others2.71.92.02.1-8.0%
Total22.219.623.521.5-1.1%

Top Suppliers of Iron Oxide Pigment to South Korea in 2022:

  1. China (8.2K tons)
  2. Vietnam (2.6K tons)
  3. Germany (2.4K tons)
  4. Japan (1.5K tons)
  5. Brazil (0.9K tons)
  6. India (0.7K tons)
  7. Spain (0.4K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iron oxide pigment market in Republic of Korea. 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 20121910 - Iron oxides and hydroxides, earth colours containing .70 % or more by weight of combined iron evaluated as Fe2O3

Country coverage:

  • South Korea

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Republic of Korea
  • 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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  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
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    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
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    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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