Price for Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland - 2023

Contents:

1. Price for Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland (FOB) - 2022
2. Price for Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland (CIF) - 2022
3. Exports of Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland
4. Imports of Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland

Price for Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland (FOB) - 2022

In 2021, the average export price for metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactureds amounted to $8,470,772 per ton, with an increase of 9.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 9,615%. The export price peaked at $49,676,333 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($14,472,662 per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK stood at $2,372,078 per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (+37.9%).

Price for Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland (CIF) - 2022

In 2021, the average import price for metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactureds amounted to $7,621,949 per ton, jumping by 75% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed moderate growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +1.7% per year.

Exports of Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland

Metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactured exports from Ireland rose markedly to 397 kg in 2022, increasing by 5.9% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 5,257%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactured exports declined to $2.8M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 5,760%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $3.2M, and then reduced in the following year.

Top Export Markets for Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured from Ireland in 2022:

1. United States (189.0 kg)
2. United Kingdom (186.0 kg)

Imports of Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactureds decreased by -4.6% to 207 kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports continue to indicate a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 42%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 350 kg. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactured imports skyrocketed to $2M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Top Suppliers of Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured to Ireland in 2022:

1. United States (216.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform