Price for Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Pakistan - 2023

Price for Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Pakistan (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite import price amounted to $2,701 per ton, waning by -16.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 31%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $5,679 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($2,561 per ton), while the price for South Korea ($1,132 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+1.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Pakistan (FOB) - 2022

The average colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite export price stood at $1,845 per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $3,938 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Sudan.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Sudan amounted to -7.3% per year.

Imports of Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Pakistan

In 2022, the amount of colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite imported into Pakistan soared to 423 tons, with an increase of 208% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, imports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 345%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite imports soared to $1.1M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 443%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Import of Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Pakistan (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	5.1	5.7	357	926	466.3%
Sri Lanka	8.7	23.0	13.2	51.7	81.1%
India	1.6	5.3	5.1	16.0	115.4%
South Korea	0.3	5.4	9.0	12.3	244.8%
Others	10.6	42.5	60.4	136	134.1%
Total	26.4	81.8	444	1,142	251.0%

Top Suppliers of Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite to Pakistan in 2022:

China (361.4 tons)
Sri Lanka (27.5 tons)
South Korea (10.9 tons)
India (7.5 tons)

Exports of Colloidal or Semi-Colloidal Graphite in Pakistan

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite, when their volume increased by 206% to 373 kg. Overall, exports, however, faced a dramatic decrease.

In value terms, colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite exports skyrocketed to $688 in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a dramatic downturn.