World - Zinc - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Zinc - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | United States |
| 3 | Peru |
| 4 | India |
| 5 | Bolivia |
In value terms, China led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States. It was followed by Peru.
In China, the zinc market declined by an average annual rate of -7.6% over the period from 2018-2020. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of market growth: the United States (-5.8% per year) and Peru (-6.8% per year).
Zinc Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Mexico | 2986 | 2709 | 1548 | -28.0% |
| Kazakhstan | 2976 | 2526 | 2109 | -15.8% |
| Australia | 2990 | 2613 | 2169 | -14.8% |
| Spain | 3218 | 2830 | 2322 | -15.1% |
| India | 3229 | 2792 | 2340 | -14.9% |
| Canada | 3138 | 2787 | 2341 | -13.6% |
| Netherlands | 3072 | 2636 | 2342 | -12.7% |
| Peru | 3039 | 2649 | 2344 | -12.2% |
| South Korea | 3095 | 2707 | 2364 | -12.6% |
| Finland | 3070 | 3004 | 2432 | -11.0% |
| Norway | 3209 | 2774 | 2490 | -11.9% |
| Belgium | 3089 | 2715 | 2503 | -10.0% |
| Average | 2996 | 2630 | 2322 | -12.0% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($2,503 per ton), while Mexico ($1,548 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| India | 3196 | 2850 | 2457 | -12.3% |
| France | 3406 | 2643 | 2448 | -15.2% |
| Vietnam | 3407 | 2832 | 2443 | -15.3% |
| Italy | 3233 | 2779 | 2420 | -13.5% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 3112 | 2656 | 2392 | -12.3% |
| Germany | 3122 | 2727 | 2387 | -12.6% |
| Thailand | 3194 | 2761 | 2376 | -13.8% |
| Belgium | 3022 | 2765 | 2360 | -11.6% |
| China | 2949 | 2674 | 2328 | -11.2% |
| Turkey | 3151 | 2636 | 2311 | -14.4% |
| United States | 3091 | 2683 | 2287 | -14.0% |
| Netherlands | 2806 | 2454 | 2257 | -10.3% |
| Malaysia | 2966 | 2703 | 2193 | -14.0% |
| Average | 3101 | 2712 | 2368 | -12.6% |
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in India ($2,457 per ton) and France ($2,448 per ton), while Malaysia ($2,193 per ton) and the Netherlands ($2,257 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
Zinc - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| United States | 2.2 | 2 | 1.8 | -8.1% |
| China | 2.4 | 1.8 | 1.4 | -23.1% |
| Germany | 1.4 | 1.1 | 0.9 | -18.7% |
| Netherlands | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.8 | -2.5% |
| Belgium | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 19.3% |
In value terms, the United States ($1.8B), China ($1.4B) and Germany ($905M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together comprising 33% of global imports. The Netherlands, Belgium, Turkey, Taiwan (Chinese), Italy, Vietnam, Malaysia, France, India and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.
In terms of the main importing countries, Belgium saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.
Zinc - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| South Korea | 1.8 | 1.5 | 1.4 | -11.2% |
| Canada | 1.8 | 1.6 | 1.2 | -16.6% |
| Netherlands | 1 | 1 | 1.1 | 8.8% |
| Belgium | 0.3 | 0.3 | 1.1 | 79.1% |
| Australia | 1.2 | 1 | 0.9 | -13.2% |
In value terms, the largest zinc supplying countries worldwide were South Korea ($1.4B), Canada ($1.2B) and the Netherlands ($1.1B), together comprising 30% of global exports. Belgium, Australia, Spain, India, Kazakhstan, Finland, Peru, Norway and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 49%.
In terms of the main exporting countries, Belgium (+79.1% per year) recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Zinc - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for zinc worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Zinc - Product Coverage
- HS 7901 - Zinc; unwrought
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global zinc market. 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.
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Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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