| Product Code: ETC4863984 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Guyana`s mercury import market in 2024 saw a significant increase in shipments, with top exporting countries including UAE, USA, India, China, and UK. The market concentration, as measured by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), remained very high, indicating a dominance of a few key players. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 was an impressive 27.89%, showcasing a robust market expansion. Additionally, the growth rate from 2023 to 2024 stood at 18.97%, indicating continued momentum in the mercury import market in Guyana.

Mercury in Guyana finds limited applications, particularly in mining and chemical industries. Stricter environmental and health regulations impact market dynamics, pushing industries towards safer and more sustainable alternatives. Trade policies and international guidelines significantly influence this market.
The Guyana mercury market is influenced by its use in various industrial applications, including the production of batteries, lighting solutions, and electrical components. Despite increasing regulatory pressures on mercury due to environmental concerns, it remains a critical component in certain products such as fluorescent lamps and thermometers. As the demand for energy-efficient lighting solutions and renewable energy technologies rises, mercury continues to be relevant, especially in compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and other lighting systems. Additionally, the mining industry, where mercury is often used in the extraction of gold and other minerals, plays a significant role in the continued demand for mercury in Guyana.
The mercury market encounters challenges such as stringent environmental regulations, limited local demand, and high import costs. Concerns over mercurys environmental and health impacts further hinder growth.
In response to global environmental concerns regarding mercury use, the government of Guyana has implemented policies to control mercury production, usage, and trade. The government focuses on reducing the use of mercury in industries such as mining, where it has traditionally been used in gold extraction. Policies include stringent regulations on the import and export of mercury, as well as incentives for the development and adoption of mercury-free technologies in industries such as electronics and healthcare.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Guyana Mercury Market Overview |
3.1 Guyana Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Guyana Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Guyana Mercury Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Guyana Mercury Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Guyana Mercury Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Guyana Mercury Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for mercury in various industries such as healthcare, electronics, and mining. |
4.2.2 Growth in the mining industry in Guyana, leading to a higher demand for mercury in gold extraction processes. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations and bans on mercury use due to environmental and health concerns. |
4.3.2 Availability of alternative technologies and substitutes reducing the reliance on mercury in various applications. |
5 Guyana Mercury Market Trends |
6 Guyana Mercury Market Segmentations |
6.1 Guyana Mercury Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Guyana Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical manufacturing, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Guyana Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Artisanal gold mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Guyana Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Batteries, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Guyana Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Dentistry, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Guyana Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Measurement And Control Devices, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Guyana Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Electrical and lighting, 2021-2031F |
7 Guyana Mercury Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Guyana Mercury Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Guyana Mercury Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Guyana Mercury Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of mercury in Guyana. |
8.2 Number of mining permits issued in Guyana. |
8.3 Volume of mercury imports to Guyana. |
8.4 Investment in research and development for mercury-free technologies in relevant industries. |
9 Guyana Mercury Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Guyana Mercury Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Guyana Mercury Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Guyana Mercury Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Guyana Mercury Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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