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U.S.: Nickel Matte Market 2024

Nickel Matte Market Size in the U.S.

In 2022, the U.S. nickel matte market decreased by X% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Nickel matte consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Nickel Matte Production in the U.S.

In value terms, nickel matte production expanded slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its value 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, production decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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Nickel Matte Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2022, overseas shipments of nickel mattes increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports showed a slight increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, nickel matte exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a modest expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) was the main destination for nickel matte exports from the United States, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, nickel matte exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Guyana (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Mexico (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Canada stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Guyana (X% per year) and Mexico (X% per year).

In value terms, the Dominican Republic ($X), Mexico ($X) and Brazil ($X) were the largest markets for nickel matte exported from the United States worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports.

The Dominican Republic, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among 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 nickel matte export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Dominican Republic ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Guyana ($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 Mexico (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Nickel Matte Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2022, supplies from abroad of nickel mattes decreased by X% to X kg for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports continue to indicate a precipitous shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, nickel matte imports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports faced a significant contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Sweden (X kg) was the main nickel matte supplier to the United States, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Sweden stood at X%.

In value terms, Sweden ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nickel mattes to the United States.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Sweden stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average nickel matte import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. In general, the import price posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Sweden amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for nickel mattes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were China, Norway and Botswana, together accounting for 56% of global consumption. Finland, Japan, Russia and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

What are the largest producers of nickel mattes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Indonesia, Russia and Botswana, with a combined 74% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of nickel mattes to the U.S.?

In value terms, Sweden constituted the largest supplier of nickel mattes to the United States.

What are the leading importers of nickel mattes from the U.S.?

In value terms, the largest markets for nickel matte exported from the United States were the Dominican Republic, Mexico and Brazil, with a combined 55% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for nickel mattes in the U.S.?

In 2022, the average nickel matte export price amounted to $14,474 per ton, falling by -30.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nickel mattes in the U.S.?

The average nickel matte import price stood at $84,912 per ton in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nickel matte market in the U.S.. 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 24451210 - Nickel mattes

Country coverage:

United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
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
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