The global import of nickel waste or scrap has shown varied trends across different countries. The United States leads with the highest import value of $356.78 million in 2024, followed by Japan and Canada with $127.18 million and $107.14 million respectively. Notable year-on-year variations include India's significant increase of 7.7% and Thailand's rise of 8.16%. Conversely, Canada's imports fell by 4.97% and the Netherlands by 12.29%. Over the past five years, the industry has experienced diverse growth rates, with several countries showing moderate year-on-year changes and others experiencing more volatile shifts.
Looking forward, key trends to watch include:
- Increasing imports from emerging economies like India and Thailand.
- Potential for increased demand from environmentally-conscious regions focusing on recycling efforts.
- Shifts in global trade policies that could influence import volumes in various countries.
Top countries in Import of Nickel Waste or Scrap by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 356,780,000 | 2023 | +3.8% | +1.98% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 127,180,000 | 2023 | +2.4% | +5.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Canada | 107,140,000 | 2023 | +2.03% | -4.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 96,184,000 | 2023 | +1.66% | +0.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 80,738,000 | 2023 | -0.94% | -3.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 36,291,000 | 2023 | -3.01% | -4.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 22,006,000 | 2023 | +2.01% | +1.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Singapore | 20,134,000 | 2023 | +2.05% | +3.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 19,120,000 | 2023 | +2.79% | -0.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 India | 18,652,000 | 2023 | +2.63% | +7.7% | View data |
