Report Update Apr 1, 2024

Iran - Iron Ores - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Iran: Iron Ore Market 2021

Iron Ore Market Size in Iran

The Iranian iron ore market soared to $X in 2019, jumping by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Iron ore consumption peaked at $X in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2019.

Iron Ore Production in Iran

In value terms, iron ore production soared to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. In general, production continues to indicate a measured increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2012 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, production failed to regain the momentum.

Iron Ore Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2019, overseas shipments of iron ores decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, iron ore exports rose remarkably to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for iron ore exports from Iran, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China amounted to +X%.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the key foreign market for iron ore exports from Iran.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China stood at +X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average iron ore export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to X% per year.

Iron Ore Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2019, approx. X tons of iron ores were imported into Iran; declining by -X% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports faced a precipitous decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Imports peaked at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, iron ore imports declined to $X in 2019. Overall, imports saw a sharp curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Turkey (X tons) was the main iron ore supplier to Iran, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey totaled +X%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to Iran.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey totaled +X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average iron ore import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a slight curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, import prices failed to regain the momentum.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to -X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron ores in the world?

The country with the largest volume of iron ore consumption was China, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, iron ore consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, eightfold. Australia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of iron ores in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of iron ore production in 2019 were Australia, Brazil and China, together comprising 70% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of iron ores to Iran?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to Iran.

What are the leading importers of iron ores from Iran?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for iron ore exports from Iran.

What is the average export price for iron ores in Iran?

The average iron ore export price stood at $99 per ton in 2019, jumping by 31% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron ores in Iran?

The average iron ore import price stood at $39 per ton in 2019, increasing by 4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iron ore market in Iran. 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

Iran

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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