Key Market Indicators
German imports of manganese are expected to total 59 million kilograms by 2026, an increase of 1.9% annually from 53 million kilograms in 2021. Since 1996, German demand has grown by 6.3% a year. In 2021, Germany ranked fifth in manganese imports, with India taking the lead with 53 million kilograms. Japan, Russia, and India respectively ranked second, third, and fourth. German exports of manganese are expected to total 13 million kilograms by 2026, a rise of 0.5% annually from 12 million kilograms in 2021. Since 1996, German supplies have grown 5% a year. In 2021, Germany was sixth in manganese exports, with South Africa ahead at 12 million kilograms. The Netherlands, South Korea, and Kazakhstan respectively ranked second, third, and fourth.