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Hong Kong SAR, China - Pig Iron And Spiegeleisen - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Pig Iron Price in Hong Kong SAR - 2022

Pig Iron Price in Hong Kong SAR (CIF) - 2022

The average pig iron import price stood at $92 per ton in 2022, growing by 6.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a abrupt slump. The import price peaked at $511 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($101 per ton), while the price for Italy totaled $84 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (-15.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Pig Iron Price in Hong Kong SAR (FOB) - 2022

The average pig iron export price stood at $940 per ton in 2022, which is down by -58.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a slight increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 117% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $2,271 per ton in 2021, and then dropped notably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($2,657 per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($188 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 the Philippines (+224.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Pig Iron Imports in Hong Kong SAR

After three years of growth, overseas purchases of pig iron and spiegeleisen decreased by -24.2% to 54K tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 94%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 71K tons, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

In value terms, pig iron imports dropped sharply to $5M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 64% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $6.2M, and then declined markedly in the following year.

Import of Pig Iron in Hong Kong SAR (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	N/A	N/A	N/A	0.2	0%
Malaysia	1.6	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
United Kingdom	N/A	N/A	3.1	N/A	0%
Italy	N/A	N/A	1.5	N/A	0%
Brazil	0.7	3.8	N/A	N/A	442.9%
Others	N/A	N/A	1.5	4.8	220.0%
Total	2.3	3.8	6.2	5.0	29.5%

Top Suppliers of Pig Iron to Hong Kong SAR in 2022:

United States (2.0K tons)
Italy (0.1K tons)

Pig Iron Exports in Hong Kong SAR

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of pig iron and spiegeleisen increased by 7,275% to 362 tons in 2022. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, pig iron exports soared to $340K in 2022. In general, exports showed a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Pig Iron in Hong Kong SAR (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Malaysia	N/A	N/A	N/A	64.3	0%
India	N/A	N/A	N/A	44.4	0%
United Kingdom	N/A	5.9	N/A	36.2	147.7%
Spain	N/A	N/A	N/A	19.2	0%
Others	19.7	5.6	11.1	176	107.5%
Total	19.7	11.5	11.1	340	158.4%

Top Export Markets for Pig Iron from Hong Kong SAR in 2022:

India (236.1 tons)
Malaysia (24.2 tons)
Spain (19.2 tons)
United Kingdom (19.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pig iron market in Hong Kong SAR, China. 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 24101100 - Pig iron and spiegeleisen in pigs, blocks or other primary forms

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Hong Kong SAR

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Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Hong Kong SAR, China
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
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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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
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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