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Asia-Pacific: Cobalt Market 2024

Cobalt Market Size in Asia-Pacific

After three years of growth, the Asia-Pacific cobalt market decreased by X% to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, consumption showed a buoyant expansion. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2022, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Cobalt Production in Asia-Pacific

In value terms, cobalt production expanded remarkably to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.

Cobalt Exports

Exports in Asia-Pacific

In 2023, the amount of cobalt exported in Asia-Pacific skyrocketed to X tons, with an increase of X% compared with 2022. In general, exports posted a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cobalt exports dropped markedly to $X in 2023. Overall, exports enjoyed notable growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2023, Malaysia (X tons), distantly followed by China (X tons), the Philippines (X tons), Japan (X tons), Australia (X tons) and India (X tons) were the key exporters of cobalt, together comprising X% of total exports. South Korea (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for the Philippines (with a CAGR of X.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Japan ($X) and Australia ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, together comprising X% of total exports. Malaysia, the Philippines, India and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

The Philippines, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Asia-Pacific stood at $X per ton in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a noticeable contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the Philippines ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cobalt Imports

Imports in Asia-Pacific

Cobalt imports rose remarkably to X tons in 2023, growing by X% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports saw a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cobalt imports shrank significantly to $X in 2023. In general, imports showed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2022, and then shrank notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

China prevails in imports structure, recording X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2023. Malaysia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into China increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Malaysia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Malaysia emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Asia-Pacific, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. While the share of China (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported cobalt in Asia-Pacific, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

In China, cobalt imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Asia-Pacific stood at $X per ton in 2023, waning by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a pronounced reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2022, and then declined sharply in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while China totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (X%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cobalt market in Asia-Pacific. 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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    Data coverage:

    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in Asia-Pacific, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in Asia-Pacific
    • 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. 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
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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      • Afghanistan
      • Australia
      • Bangladesh
      • Bhutan
      • Brunei Darussalam
      • Cambodia
      • China
      • Hong Kong SAR
      • Macao SAR
      • Cook Islands
      • Fiji
      • French Polynesia
      • India
      • Indonesia
      • Japan
      • Kiribati
      • Malaysia
      • Maldives
      • Marshall Islands
      • Micronesia
      • Myanmar
      • Nepal
      • New Caledonia
      • New Zealand
      • Northern Mariana Islands
      • Pakistan
      • Palau
      • Papua New Guinea
      • Philippines
      • Samoa
      • Singapore
      • Solomon Islands
      • South Korea
      • Sri Lanka
      • Taiwan (Chinese)
      • Thailand
      • Timor-Leste
      • Tokelau
      • Tonga
      • Tuvalu
      • Vanuatu
      • Vietnam
      • Wallis and Futuna Islands
      • Lao People's Democratic Republic
      • American Samoa
      • Democratic People's Republic of Korea
      • Nauru
      • Niue
      • Guam
    12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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