Belgium - Alkali or Alkaline-Earth Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Scandium and Yttrium, Mercury - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Price for Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium
  4. Exports of Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium

Price for Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury amounted to $2,210 per ton, reducing by -2.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 86%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $5,976 per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($8,062 per ton), while the price for Germany ($679 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (+22.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average export price for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury amounted to $3,725 per ton, increasing by 7.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 61% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $11,464 per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($28,459 per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($2,253 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 Germany (+13.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury increased by 0.1% to 2.3K tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage.

In value terms, alkali and rare earth metals imports shrank to $5.1M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 5%.

Import of Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
France5,0791,8313,1052,528-20.7%
Netherlands1,190515475691-16.6%
China7181,494600626-4.5%
Austria41.882.741.7414114.8%
Luxembourg14611719431529.2%
Germany336360329123-28.5%
Others1,094588492413-27.7%
Total8,6074,9885,2375,112-15.9%

Top Suppliers of Alkali and Rare Earth Metals to Belgium in 2022:

  1. Netherlands (913.3 tons)
  2. France (865.4 tons)
  3. China (187.3 tons)
  4. Germany (181.9 tons)
  5. Luxembourg (54.0 tons)
  6. Austria (51.4 tons)

Exports of Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium

For the fourth year in a row, Belgium recorded growth in shipments abroad of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury, which increased by 0.2% to 323 tons in 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +10.8% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 25% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, alkali and rare earth metals exports expanded significantly to $1.2M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +7.2% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 32% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $1.3M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Alkali and Rare Earth Metals in Belgium (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
France26.3102731688196.9%
Germany662926157189-34.2%
Netherlands17.85.753.611485.7%
Others272255177213-7.8%
Total9771,2891,1191,2047.2%

Top Export Markets for Alkali and Rare Earth Metals from Belgium in 2022:

  1. France (305.3 tons)
  2. Germany (6.6 tons)
  3. Netherlands (5.9 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for alkali and rare earth metals in Belgium. 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 20132300 - Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury

Country coverage:

  • Belgium

Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  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
  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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