Shipments Of Synthetic Graphite By U.S. Companies, By End Use

This table presents detailed information on the quantities and values of synthetic graphite shipments by U.S. companies, categorized by their end-use applications. The data highlights the distribution of synthetic graphite across various industrial sectors such as electrodes, unmachined graphite shapes, and a broad "Other" category that encompasses products like anodes, crucibles, electric motor brushes, and refractories. Understanding these shipment patterns is crucial for assessing the economic impact of synthetic graphite production, as this material plays a vital role in industries ranging from steelmaking to battery manufacturing, influencing supply chains, market demand, and technological development.

Analysis of the data reveals that total shipments increased from 316,000 metric tons in 2022 to 343,000 metric tons in 2023, indicating a growth in synthetic graphite demand. However, the total value of shipments declined from $1.39 billion to $1.20 billion over the same period. Notably, shipments for electrodes decreased slightly from 106,000 to 103,000 metric tons, with a more pronounced drop in value from $816 million to $672 million, suggesting a possible reduction in prices or shifts in product mix. The "Other" category saw a significant increase in quantity, rising from 200,000 to 230,000 metric tons, though its value decreased from $572 million to $523 million. Shipments of unmachined graphite shapes remained relatively stable in quantity, with a minor decline from 9,820 to 9,710 metric tons. Data for cloth and fibers remain withheld to protect proprietary information. Overall, these trends reflect evolving market dynamics and potential shifts in end-use demands within the synthetic graphite industry.