Price for Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Paraguay - 2023

Price for Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Paraguay (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite import price amounted to $3,321 per ton, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 66% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $49,063 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Argentina amounted to -3.8% per year.

Imports of Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Paraguay

In 2022, the amount of colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite imported into Paraguay surged to 277 kg, with an increase of 85% against the previous year. In general, imports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 149% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite imports soared to $920 in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a deep reduction.