Price for Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Nepal - 2022

Price for Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Nepal (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactureds amounted to $26,500 per ton, rising by 783% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed a buoyant increase. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $75,000 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($36,000 per ton), while the price for India amounted to $17,000 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Switzerland (+19.6%).

Imports of Metals; Iridium, Osmium, Ruthenium, Semi-Manufactured in Nepal

Metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactured imports into Nepal was estimated at 2 kg in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year's figure. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactured imports skyrocketed to $53 in 2022. Overall, imports saw a resilient expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.