The global export market for natural graphite, excluding powder or flakes, is prominently dominated by China, which accounted for 93.43 million kilograms in 2023. China experienced a 5.92% decline, yet remains the major player, followed by Tanzania and Mexico with modest shares. Over the past year, notable growth was seen in Thailand (14.09%) and Denmark (11.06%), while Poland faced a significant decline of 22.86%. Other countries like Madagascar, Uganda, Colombia, and Austria exhibited minor growth, highlighting diverse micro-trends across smaller markets.
Looking forward, the industry is poised for change with potential key drivers including technological advancements in manufacturing and expanding demand for graphite in battery technologies, which may reshape export dynamics, providing growth opportunities for countries leveraging these advancements. Monitoring these developments could offer strategic insights into the shifting landscape of graphite exportation.
Top countries in Export of Natural Graphite, Except Powder or Flakes by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 93,430,000 | 2023 | -4.69% | -5.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Tanzania | 6,210,500 | 2023 | +6.77% | +0.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Mexico | 1,772,100 | 2023 | +2.66% | +3.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Brazil | 1,652,000 | 2023 | -0.071% | -3.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 535,380 | 2023 | -6.57% | -3.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 242,050 | 2023 | -5.25% | -22.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Africa | 129,820 | 2023 | +4.26% | -1.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Madagascar | 113,200 | 2023 | +2.17% | +4.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Thailand | 59,410 | 2023 | -2.95% | +14.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Uganda | 37,080 | 2023 | +6.49% | +2.83% | View data |
