World - Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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The article discusses the increasing demand for molybdenum oxides and hydroxides worldwide, with market performance expected to grow at a CAGR of +3.8% in volume and +5.8% in value from 2022 to 2030. It highlights consumption patterns, market values, production levels, key importing and exporting countries, and price trends over the past decade. The analysis provides insights into market dynamics and future growth potential in the molybdenum industry.
Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for molybdenum oxides and hydroxides worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next eight-year period. Market performance is forecast to accelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +3.8% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to 80K tons by the end of 2030.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +5.8% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market value to $1.7B (in nominal prices) by the end of 2030.
Consumption
World Consumption of Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides
In 2022, the amount of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides consumed worldwide reached 59K tons, picking up by 4.4% against the previous year's figure. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Global consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
The global molybdenum oxides and hydroxides market revenue expanded notably to $1.1B in 2022, picking up by 12% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. Over the period under review, the global market hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
Consumption By Country
The United States (20K tons) remains the largest molybdenum oxides and hydroxides consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 35% of total volume. Moreover, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India (8.1K tons), threefold. The Czech Republic (5K tons) ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.4% share.
In the United States, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides consumption expanded at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of consumption growth: India (+27.7% per year) and the Czech Republic (+34.9% per year).
In value terms, the United States ($348M) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands ($81M). It was followed by the Czech Republic.
In the United States, the molybdenum oxides and hydroxides market remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the Netherlands (+11.5% per year) and the Czech Republic (+28.5% per year).
The countries with the highest levels of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides per capita consumption in 2022 were the Czech Republic (462 kg per 1000 persons), Denmark (239 kg per 1000 persons) and Chile (178 kg per 1000 persons).
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by the Czech Republic (with a CAGR of +34.4%), while consumption for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Production
World Production of Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides
After two years of growth, production of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides decreased by -0.2% to 57K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 2.4% against the previous year. Global production peaked at 57K tons in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.
In value terms, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides production shrank modestly to $962M in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 12%. Over the period under review, global production attained the peak level at $1B in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
Production By Country
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were the United States (19K tons), Chile (12K tons) and the Netherlands (7.3K tons), together accounting for 66% of global production. China, Iran, Thailand and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of production, amongst the key producing countries, was attained by Iran (with a CAGR of +1.0%), while production for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports
World Imports of Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides
In 2022, approx. 33K tons of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides were imported worldwide; almost unchanged from 2021 figures. Overall, imports enjoyed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides imports expanded markedly to $558M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 37%. Over the period under review, global imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
Imports By Country
In 2022, India (8.5K tons), distantly followed by the Czech Republic (5.5K tons), the United States (3.7K tons), the Netherlands (2.4K tons), Japan (2.1K tons) and Germany (1.8K tons) represented the key importers of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides, together committing 72% of total imports. Denmark (1,401 tons), China (1,224 tons), Russia (1,150 tons), France (1,135 tons), South Korea (806 tons), Sweden (619 tons) and Belgium (612 tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by the Czech Republic (with a CAGR of +73.0%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest molybdenum oxides and hydroxides importing markets worldwide were the United States ($106M), the Netherlands ($70M) and Japan ($61M), together comprising 42% of global imports. Germany, Denmark, France, Russia, China, Sweden, India, South Korea, Belgium and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 47%.
South Korea, with a CAGR of +33.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices By Country
In 2022, the average molybdenum oxides and hydroxides import price amounted to $16,783 per ton, surging by 9.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a slight downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $19,610 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($30,284 per ton), while the Czech Republic ($1,545 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Exports
World Exports of Molybdenum Oxides And Hydroxides
After six years of growth, shipments abroad of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides decreased by -7.5% to 31K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +59.3% against 2012 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the maximum at 34K tons in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.
In value terms, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides exports rose modestly to $724M in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 60%. The global exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
Exports By Country
Chile (8.5K tons) and the Netherlands (6.7K tons) represented roughly 49% of total exports in 2022. Iran (2.8K tons) held the next position in the ranking, followed by China (2.6K tons), Vietnam (1.9K tons) and the United States (1.8K tons). All these countries together took approx. 29% share of total exports. Germany (1,224 tons), the Czech Republic (781 tons), Thailand (607 tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (571 tons) and South Korea (528 tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by South Korea (with a CAGR of +48.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Chile ($250M), the Netherlands ($176M) and China ($78M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, together comprising 70% of global exports. Vietnam, Iran, the United States, the Czech Republic, Taiwan (Chinese), South Korea, Germany and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.
In terms of the main exporting countries, South Korea, with a CAGR of +56.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices By Country
The average molybdenum oxides and hydroxides export price stood at $23,302 per ton in 2022, surging by 11% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a modest increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, molybdenum oxides and hydroxides export price increased by +62.1% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 46%. The global export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($30,401 per ton), while Thailand ($1,473 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+5.6%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for molybdenum oxides and hydroxides. 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 20121973 - Molybdenum oxides and hydroxides
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- 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
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- 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
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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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- 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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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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, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 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, 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, 2012–2023
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