| Product Code: ETC4654914 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |

Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market has seen a significant fluctuation in market size over the years. The peak market size of €4.25 million was recorded in 2022, followed by a sharp decline to €0.01 million in 2024. The market is forecasted to continue its downward trend, with a CAGR of -30.0% from 2025 to 2030. The decline can be attributed to various factors such as changes in demand, pricing pressures, and global economic conditions impacting the rare earth industry. Despite the current challenges, Ireland is focusing on sustainable practices and innovation in the rare earth sector to drive future growth. Initiatives such as research collaborations with universities and investment in green technologies are expected to play a vital role in shaping the market landscape in the coming years.

From 2019 to 2025, the Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market witnessed notable fluctuations in Exports and Imports. Exports increased steadily from 2019 to 2023, peaking at €6.37 thousand in 2023 before experiencing a slight decrease in 2024 and then a recovery in 2025 to approximately €6.27 thousand. In contrast, Imports surged significantly from €1.61 thousand in 2019 to €22.04 thousand in 2021, indicating a substantial rise in demand for rare earth materials. However, Import value dropped notably in 2022 to €7.05 million and continued to decline in 2023 and 2024, stabilizing around €7.5 thousand in 2025. The drastic fluctuations in Imports post-2021 could be attributed to shifts in global supply chains, trade policies, or domestic manufacturing capabilities affecting the demand for rare earth materials in Ireland. These changes align with the volatility often seen in markets reliant on rare earth minerals due to geopolitical factors and technological advancements that impact supply and demand dynamics.
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 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for rare earth elements in various industries such as electronics, renewable energy, and automotive sectors. |
4.2.2 Growing focus on sustainability and green technologies driving the need for rare earth products. |
4.2.3 Government initiatives and policies promoting the development and use of rare earth elements in Ireland. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Limited domestic production of rare earth elements in Ireland, leading to dependence on imports. |
4.3.2 Fluctuating prices of rare earth elements in the global market impacting the profitability of local businesses. |
4.3.3 Environmental concerns and regulations surrounding the mining and processing of rare earth elements affecting the market growth. |
5 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Trends |
6 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market, By Product Types |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Cerium, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Dysprosium, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Erbium, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Europium, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Gadolinium, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Holmium, 2021-2031F |
6.1.9 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.1.10 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market, By Applications |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Magnets, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Catalysts, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Metallurgy, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Polishing, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Phosphors, 2021-2031F |
6.2.8 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2.9 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in rare earth technologies in Ireland. |
8.2 Number of partnerships and collaborations between Irish companies and international rare earth suppliers. |
8.3 Adoption rate of rare earth products in key industries in Ireland. |
8.4 Investment in infrastructure for rare earth element processing and recycling facilities. |
8.5 Number of patents filed for new rare earth applications in Ireland. |
9 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Rare Earth & Products Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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