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Chile: Bauxite Market 2024

Bauxite Market Size in Chile

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Chilean bauxite market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. In general, consumption showed a deep downturn. Bauxite consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Bauxite Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2022, the amount of bauxite exported from Chile soared to X tons, jumping by X% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, bauxite exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Uruguay (X tons), Bolivia (X tons) and Peru (X tons) were the main destinations of bauxite exports from Chile, with a combined X% share of total exports.

From 2021 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Bolivia (with a CAGR of X.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for bauxite exported from Chile were Uruguay ($X), Bolivia ($X) and Peru ($X), together accounting for X% of total exports.

Bolivia, with a CAGR of X.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average bauxite export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the last one years, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bolivia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Uruguay ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2021 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bolivia (X%).

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Bauxite Imports

Imports into Chile

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of bauxite, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, bauxite imports stood at $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest bauxite supplier to Chile, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, bauxite imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X tons), twofold. China (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bauxite to Chile, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average bauxite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed significant growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bauxite in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of bauxite consumption, accounting for 48% of total volume. Moreover, bauxite consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Australia, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Brazil, with a 7.4% share.

What are the largest producers of bauxite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Australia, Guinea and China, together comprising 65% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of bauxite to Chile?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of bauxite to Chile, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 5.4% share.

What are the leading importers of bauxite from Chile?

In value terms, Uruguay, Bolivia and Peru $729) appeared to be the largest markets for bauxite exported from Chile worldwide, with a combined 99% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for bauxite in Chile?

In 2022, the average bauxite export price amounted to $438 per ton, increasing by 2.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bauxite in Chile?

In 2022, the average bauxite import price amounted to $4,401 per ton, picking up by 450% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bauxite market in Chile. 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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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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023