In 2023, South Korea led global exports of ultra-pure silicon, surpassing 83 million kilograms, with significant annual growth of 6.8% driven by increased demand in tech industries. Germany and the United States followed, solidifying their positions with respective increases of 4.26% and 5.76%. Outshining with a 9.59% surge, China demonstrated a notable export push despite being a smaller player. While most countries witnessed growth, Eastern European countries like Poland and Slovakia saw declines.
For future trends, watch for emerging technologies and renewable energy advancements that could amplify demand for high-purity silicon. Trade policies and production innovations could further impact global dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Silicon Containing by Weight More Than 99.99% of Silicon by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 83,851,000 | 2023 | +3.69% | +6.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 70,937,000 | 2023 | +3.32% | +4.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 54,066,000 | 2023 | +2.1% | +5.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malaysia | 16,398,000 | 2023 | +5.5% | +6.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Japan | 14,451,000 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 10,437,000 | 2023 | +4.63% | +6.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 China | 3,786,600 | 2023 | -1.61% | +9.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Singapore | 2,544,800 | 2023 | +5.47% | +7.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 405,650 | 2023 | +5.88% | +1.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 395,240 | 2023 | +3.87% | +7.34% | View data |
