**Greek Imports of Chromium Ores Decline in June**
**Chromium Concentrates Imports from Major Suppliers Decrease Amid Global Market Shifts**
• Greek imports of chromium ores and concentrates decreased by 15% in June compared to the same period last year.
• The decline was largely attributed to a 20% drop in supplies from major exporter, South Africa, due to increased domestic demand.
• Prices for chromium concentrates remained stable at $2.50 per kilogram, reflecting ongoing global market trends.
Greek imports of chromium ores and concentrates softened in June as major suppliers adjusted their export strategies amidst shifting global market conditions. The decline was largely driven by a decrease in supplies from South Africa, which has been ramping up domestic demand for the metal. This trend is expected to continue in the coming months, with prices remaining stable at current levels.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 144,124 | 106,438 |
| 2021 | 191,225 | 125,269 |
| 2022 | 174,873 | 109,156 |
| 2023 | 177,870 | 109,970 |
| 2024 | 196,683 | 124,598 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 124,680 | 66,341 |
| Italy | 72,000 | 58,050 |
| Germany | 2 | 6 |
| France | 1 | 201 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 105,870 | 51,590 |
| Italy | 72,000 | 58,380 |
