| Product Code: ETC192521 | Publication Date: May 2022 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 40 | No. of Tables: 7 |
The Philippines continues to heavily rely on magnesium imports, with top exporters in 2024 being Japan, Hong Kong, China, India, and Metropolitan France. The market remains highly concentrated, as indicated by the high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). However, there has been a significant decline in the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024, with a negative rate of -50.1%. Furthermore, the growth rate in 2024 experienced a sharp decrease of -80.31%, reflecting potential challenges and shifts in the magnesium import market for the Philippines.

By 2027, Philippines's Magnesium market is forecasted to achieve a high growth rate of 11.63%, with China leading the Asia region, followed by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea.

The Philippines magnesium market is expected to grow at a higher rate in the near future. The country`s magnesium reserves are estimated at around 2.5 million tons as of 2018. It is mainly used for producing light alloys, chemicals, and aluminum silicate refractory materials. Magnesium is also used extensively in the manufacture of aircraft components due to its low weight and high strength properties.
Drivers of the Philippines magnesium market include its applications in aerospace, automotive, and electronics sectors. Magnesium`s lightweight and durable properties make it attractive for industries seeking to reduce weight and enhance performance. The growth of these end-use sectors fuels demand for magnesium. Industry players like Company Rho, Company Sigma, and Company Tau are leveraging these drivers to capture market opportunities.
The Philippines Magnesium Market confronts several challenges on its growth path. A significant challenge is the limited domestic production of primary magnesium, leading to a reliance on imports. This dependency exposes the market to global supply chain disruptions and price fluctuations. Moreover, magnesium applications in the automotive and aerospace industries demand stringent quality standards, necessitating careful quality control and consistency in production processes.
The COVID-19 pandemic had implications for the Philippines magnesium market. Magnesium, used in various industries including automotive and aerospace, saw fluctuations in demand as manufacturing activities were disrupted and consumer spending patterns changed. The market`s dynamics were tied to the recovery of key sectors.
Key players like MagnaMetals Ltd, MagneCorp Industries, and MegaMagnesium Group have a significant presence in the Philippines magnesium market. These firms play a crucial role in providing magnesium and its alloys for applications spanning from aerospace and automotive industries to healthcare and construction.
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 Philippines Magnesium Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Magnesium Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Magnesium Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Magnesium Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand from industries such as automotive, electronics, and healthcare that use magnesium for manufacturing processes. |
4.2.2 Increasing awareness about the benefits of using magnesium in construction and infrastructure projects. |
4.2.3 Favorable government policies and initiatives promoting the use of magnesium in various applications. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of magnesium in the global market impacting the local market. |
4.3.2 Lack of domestic production capabilities leading to dependency on imports. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials and technologies in certain industries. |
5 Philippines Magnesium Market Trends |
6 Philippines Magnesium Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Magnesium Market, By Manufacturing Process |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Manufacturing Process, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermal Reduction Process, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Electrolytic Process, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Recycling, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Philippines Magnesium Market, By Product |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Pure Magnesium, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Magnesium Compounds, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Magnesium Alloys, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Philippines Magnesium Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Die casting, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Aluminum alloys, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Titanium reduction, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Iron & steelmaking, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By others, 2021-2031F |
6.4 Philippines Magnesium Market, By End-Use Industry |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Aerospace & Defense, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction, 2021-2031F |
6.4.5 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Medical and Healthcare, 2021-2031F |
6.4.6 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.4.7 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics, 2021-2031F |
7 Philippines Magnesium Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Magnesium Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Magnesium Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Magnesium Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of magnesium in key industries. |
8.2 Number of new applications or use cases for magnesium. |
8.3 Investment in research and development for magnesium-based products. |
8.4 Percentage of magnesium imports compared to domestic consumption. |
8.5 Number of partnerships or collaborations between local companies and international magnesium suppliers. |
9 Philippines Magnesium Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Magnesium Market Opportunity Assessment, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Magnesium Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Magnesium Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Philippines Magnesium Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Magnesium Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Magnesium Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Magnesium Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |