Product Code: ETC204095 | Publication Date: May 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 40 | No. of Tables: 7 | |
South Korea Chromium market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 4755, Which has increased slightly as compared to the HHI of 4403 in 2017. The market is moving towards concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The Chromium market supports various industries, including metallurgy, chemicals, and refractories. Chromium is vital for producing stainless steel and other alloys, enhancing their corrosion resistance and durability.
The South Korean chromium market is expanding with stainless steel production, industrial alloys, and electroplating applications. Chromium offers corrosion resistance, hardness, and aesthetic finishes in construction materials, automotive components, and consumer electronics, supporting manufacturing efficiency, product durability, and aesthetic design requirements.
Managing environmental regulations related to chromium mining and production, addressing health and safety concerns, and optimizing extraction processes pose challenges for the chromium market in South Korea.
In South Korea, government policies impacting the chromium market primarily address mineral resources, industrial applications, and environmental sustainability. Regulations govern the extraction, processing, and export of chromium ore, ferrochromium alloys, and chromium compounds for stainless steel production, electroplating, and chemical manufacturing to ensure resource conservation, industrial efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Government agencies oversee mining permits, enforce environmental permits, and promote sustainable mining practices to mitigate environmental impact and enhance market competitiveness. Policies also support mineral exploration, mining technology upgrades, and industry partnerships to develop chromium resources responsibly, improve production processes, and drive growth in the chromium market in South Korea.
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 South Korea Chromium Market Overview |
3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Korea Chromium Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F |
3.3 South Korea Chromium Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Korea Chromium Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Korea Chromium Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
4 South Korea Chromium Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand from stainless steel industry in South Korea. |
4.2.2 Increasing use of chromium in the aerospace and automotive sectors. |
4.2.3 Government initiatives to promote domestic production of chromium. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of chromium in the global market. |
4.3.2 Environmental concerns related to chromium mining and processing. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials in certain industries. |
5 South Korea Chromium Market Trends |
6 South Korea Chromium Market, By Types |
6.1 South Korea Chromium Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Korea Chromium Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.3 South Korea Chromium Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.4 South Korea Chromium Market Revenues & Volume, By Metallurgical, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.5 South Korea Chromium Market Revenues & Volume, By Refractory, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.6 South Korea Chromium Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Applications, 2018 - 2028F |
7 South Korea Chromium Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Korea Chromium Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Korea Chromium Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Korea Chromium Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Chromium ore production in South Korea. |
8.2 Investment in research and development for chromium applications. |
8.3 Number of partnerships and collaborations for chromium sourcing and processing. |
8.4 Percentage of chromium used in new product innovations. |
8.5 Adoption rate of chromium recycling practices in the industry. |
9 South Korea Chromium Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Korea Chromium Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
10 South Korea Chromium Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Korea Chromium Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 South Korea Chromium Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |