Republic of Korea - Copper Ores And Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Price for Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea - 2022

Contents:

  1. Price for Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea
  4. Exports of Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea

Price for Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea (CIF) - 2022

In December 2022, the average copper ores and concentrates import price amounted to $2,691 per ton, falling by -2.8% against the previous month. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in November 2022 an increase of 34% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $3,308 per ton in March 2022; however, from April 2022 to December 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Australia ($4,238 per ton), while the price for Montenegro ($1,400 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2021 to December 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Philippines (+11.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea (FOB) - 2022

The average copper ores and concentrates export price stood at $2,057 per ton in December 2022, picking up by 8.8% against the previous month. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in January 2022 an increase of 12% month-to-month. The export price peaked at $2,299 per ton in March 2022; however, from April 2022 to December 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From December 2021 to December 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +0.2% per month.

Imports of Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea

In 2022, copper ores and concentrates imports into South Korea rose sharply to 2.4M tons, with an increase of 12% compared with the previous year's figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +10.9% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 16%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, copper ores and concentrates imports expanded rapidly to $6.6B in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 42% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Import of Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Australia5109111,3281,10529.4%
Peru5409141,2881,07225.7%
Chile1,1631,225931907-8.0%
Indonesia19523179466050.1%
Canada5054497756458.5%
Panama13.9143365304179.7%
Papua New Guinea129192105116-3.5%
Brazil14828.9125104-11.1%
United States13468.650.869.3-19.7%
Others10986.42551,595144.6%
Total3,4474,2506,0176,57824.0%

Top Suppliers of Copper Ores and Concentrates to South Korea in 2022:

  1. Chile (542.4K tons)
  2. Peru (396.4K tons)
  3. Australia (330.9K tons)
  4. Indonesia (264.2K tons)
  5. Canada (188.4K tons)
  6. Panama (125.4K tons)
  7. Papua New Guinea (46.1K tons)
  8. United States (45.9K tons)
  9. Brazil (38.3K tons)

Exports of Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea

In 2022, copper ores and concentrates exports from South Korea skyrocketed to 745K tons, rising by 33% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 94% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, copper ores and concentrates exports skyrocketed to $1.6B in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 206% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Export of Copper Ores and Concentrates in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China2603881,17378744.7%
Others0.30.412.77961284.4%
Total2613881,1861,58282.3%

Top Export Markets for Copper Ores and Concentrates from South Korea in 2022:

  1. China (423.9K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for copper ores and concentrates 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 07291100 - Copper ores and concentrates

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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