Republic of Korea - Flat-Rolled Products of Iron or Steel (Not Further Worked Than Hot-Rolled) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Hot-Rolled Steel Products Market Size in Republic of Korea
In 2022, the South Korean hot-rolled steel products market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a slight shrinkage. Hot-rolled steel products consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Hot-Rolled Steel Products Production in Republic of Korea
In value terms, hot-rolled steel products production reduced slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a mild reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
Hot-Rolled Steel Products Exports
Exports from Republic of Korea
For the third consecutive year, South Korea recorded decline in overseas shipments of flat-rolled products of iron or steel (not further worked than hot-rolled), which decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a mild shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, hot-rolled steel products exports expanded modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
Japan (X tons), India (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main destinations of hot-rolled steel products exports from South Korea, together accounting for X% of total exports. Vietnam, the United States, Italy, Turkey, Mexico, Thailand, Indonesia, Belgium and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Japan ($X), India ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for hot-rolled steel products exported from South Korea worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports. Vietnam, the United States, Thailand, Turkey, Mexico, Italy, Indonesia, Belgium and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Belgium, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of 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 hot-rolled steel products export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, hot-rolled steel products export price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Hot-Rolled Steel Products Imports
Imports into Republic of Korea
In 2022, approx. X tons of flat-rolled products of iron or steel (not further worked than hot-rolled) were imported into South Korea; rising by X% on 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, hot-rolled steel products imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
Japan (X tons), China (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) were the main suppliers of hot-rolled steel products imports to South Korea, with a combined X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Japan (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.
In value terms, Japan ($X), China ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) were the largest hot-rolled steel products suppliers to South Korea, with a combined X% share of total imports.
Among the main suppliers, Japan, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average hot-rolled steel products import price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, hot-rolled steel products import price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the price for Japan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hot-rolled steel products market in Republic of Korea. 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.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 24103110 - Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width . .600 mm, simply hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated, in coils
- Prodcom 24103130 - Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width . .600 mm, not in coils, simply hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated, w ith patterns in relief directly due to the rolling process and products of a thickness < 4,75 mm, without patterns in relief
- Prodcom 24103150 - Flat-rolled products, of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width . .600 mm (excluding
- Prodcom 24103210 - Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, simply hot-rolled on four faces or in a closed box pass, not clad, plated or coated, of a width of > .150 mm but < .600 mm and a thickness of . 4 mm, not in coils, without patterns in relief, commonly
- Prodcom 24103230 - Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width < .600 mm, simply hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated (excluding
- Prodcom 24103330 - Plates and sheets produced by cutting from hot-rolled wide strip of a width of .600 mm or more, of stainless steel
- Prodcom 24103340 - Plates and sheets produced on a reversing mill (quarto) of a width of .600 mm or more and wide flats, of stainless steel
- Prodcom 241033Z0 - Hot-rolled flat products in coil of a width . .600 mm, of stainless steel
- Prodcom 241034Z0 - Hot-rolled flat products in coil of a width < .600 mm, of stainless steel
- Prodcom 24103510 - Flat-rolled products, of tool steel or alloy steel other than stainless steel, of a width . .600 mm, not further worked than hot-rolled, in coils (excluding products of high-speed or siliconelectrical steel)
- Prodcom 24103520 - Flat-rolled products of high-speed steel, of a width . .600 mm, h ot-rolled or cold-rolled
- Prodcom 24103530 - Flat-rolled products, of tool steel or alloy steel other than stainless steel, of a width . .600 mm, not further worked than hot-rolled, not in coils (excluding organic coated products, p roducts of a thickness < 4,75 mm and products of high-
- Prodcom 24103540 - Flat-rolled products of alloy steel other than stainless, of a width . .600 mm, not further worked than hot-rolled, not in coils, of a thickness of < 4,75 mm (excluding products of tool steel, high-speed steel or silicon-electrical steel)
- Prodcom 24103600 - Flat-rolled products of alloy steel other than stainless, of a width of < .600 mm, not further worked than hot-rolled (excluding products of high-speed steel or silicon-electrical steel)
Country coverage:
- South Korea
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Republic of Korea
- 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
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- 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
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- 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. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- 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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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- 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
- 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 Of Origin, 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, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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