China remains the dominant exporter of carbon and graphite electrodes, except for furnaces, with a 49.4% share, seeing a modest 1.3% increase from the previous year. The Netherlands and Poland follow, reflecting a stable and increasing trend respectively. Notably, Germany experienced a steep decline of 33.23%, while the U.S. saw a drop of 15.07%, highlighting shifting dynamics in the export landscape. Israel and Estonia demonstrated significant growth, benefiting from focused trade strategies. Over the past five years, the market has fluctuated due to economic shifts and supply chain disruptions, with competitive variations and the emergence of smaller players contributing to overall trends.
Looking forward, key trends to watch include China's continued dominance and potential expansion of its export capacity, potential economic recovery in declining countries like Germany and the U.S., and the growth of emerging exporters such as Israel and Estonia, potentially disrupting established trade dynamics. The market will likely be influenced by technological advances in electrode manufacturing, regulatory changes, and shifts in global demand for carbon and graphite electrodes.
Top countries in Export of Carbon and Graphite Electrodes, Except for Furnaces Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 49.4 | 2023 | +2.84% | +1.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 15.57 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9.79 | 2023 | +3.78% | +7.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 6.82 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.66% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 5.47 | 2023 | -0.44% | -2.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 2.79 | 2023 | +4.89% | +4.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Iceland | 1.96 | 2023 | +2.15% | +0.079% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United States | 1.19 | 2023 | -17.02% | -15.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Japan | 0.99 | 2023 | -6.11% | -8.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 0.78 | 2023 | +1.67% | -2.3% | View data |
