The United Kingdom leads in unwrought or powder form exports of platinum-group metals, despite a minor decline of 7.7% in 2023. Spain shows significant growth at 15.42%, reinforcing its position as a key exporter. Belgium and Italy demonstrate moderate increases, while Finland and Hungary maintain steady positive trends. France experiences a slight contraction, contrasting with the Netherlands' marked 55.95% surge. Austria's small growth, coupled with Germany's total export halt, highlights a varied landscape. Portugal, Lithuania, and Estonia maintain minimal export activities.
Future trends to watch include the potential impacts of sustainability initiatives on European mining and exportation, fluctuations in metal demands linked to automotive and technology sectors, and geopolitical factors affecting trade agreements. Innovation in recycling and synthetic alternatives may also influence export dynamics for these critical materials.
Top countries in Export of Platinum, Palladium, Rhodium, Iridium, Osmium and Ruthenium, Unwrought or in Powder Form by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 127,410 | 2023 | -0.13% | -0.077% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 88,480 | 2023 | -4.85% | +15.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 72,150 | 2023 | +5.67% | +1.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 69,740 | 2023 | +4.33% | +5.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 16,310 | 2023 | +5.51% | +4.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 15,280 | 2023 | +5.72% | +0.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 7,840 | 2023 | +2.24% | -2.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 2,770 | 2023 | -4.98% | +55.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1,390 | 2023 | +3.96% | +3.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 895 | 2023 | -55.36% | View data |
