Zinc Dust Price in Finland - 2023

Zinc Dust Price in Finland (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average zinc dust import price amounted to $4,591 per ton, with an increase of 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, zinc dust import price increased by +53.8% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 29%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

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 ($34,000 per ton), while the price for the United States ($4,493 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+28.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Zinc Dust Price in Finland (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average zinc dust export price amounted to $2,963 per ton, rising by 8.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 261% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $4,982 per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($2,961 per ton), while the average price for exports to France amounted to $1,404 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Norway (+35.7%).

Zinc Dust Imports in Finland

In 2022, the amount of zinc dusts imported into Finland surged to 611 tons, jumping by 26% against the previous year. Overall, imports, however, recorded a slight contraction.

In value terms, zinc dust imports skyrocketed to $2.8M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.6% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Zinc Dust in Finland (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Norway	1,517	1,783	1,800	2,397	16.5%
Russia	N/A	N/A	N/A	193	0%
Saudi Arabia	N/A	N/A	N/A	113	0%
United States	N/A	0.1	N/A	100	3062.3%
Germany	610	148	N/A	N/A	-75.7%
Others	2.8	1.6	1.3	4.2	14.5%
Total	2,130	1,932	1,801	2,807	9.6%

Top Suppliers of Zinc Dust to Finland in 2022:

Germany (undefined tons)
Norway (523.9 tons)
Russia (42.9 tons)
United States (22.3 tons)
Saudi Arabia (22.2 tons)

Zinc Dust Exports in Finland

For the fourth consecutive year, Finland recorded growth in overseas shipments of zinc dusts, which increased by 253% to 418 tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, zinc dust exports surged to $1.2M in 2022. In general, exports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 541% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.