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Caustic Soda Imports in UK Drop Significantly to $99 Million in 2023

Dec 6, 2024

From 2017 to 2023, the growth of imports for Caustic Soda remained at a somewhat lower figure. In value terms, Caustic Soda imports dropped notably to $99M in 2023.

Dramatic Decline in Qatar's Ethylene Glycol Imports to $6.7M in 2023

Dec 6, 2024

Ethylene Glycol imports peaked at 46K tons in 2017, but saw a decrease in the following years, reaching a lower figure. In terms of value, the imports dramatically declined to $6.7M in 2023.

Japan's Export of Colloidal Precious Metals Falls 29% to $2.1 Billion in 2023

Dec 6, 2024

From 2022 to 2023, the export growth of Colloidal Precious Metals remained stagnant with a notable decline in value to $2.1B in 2023.

Brazil's Crude Glycerol Exports Plummet to $97 Million in 2023

Dec 6, 2024

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As a result, the exports of Crude Glycerol attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term. In value terms, crude glycerol exports dropped significantly to $97M in 2023.

Global Enamels and Glazes Market: Anticipated CAGR of +1.1% & $31.8B Value by 2030

Dec 5, 2024

The global market for enamels and glazes is expected to see an increase in consumption over the next seven years, driven by rising demand worldwide. With a projected CAGR of +1.1% in volume and +4.4% in value from 2023 to 2030, the market is anticipated to reach 6.4M tons and $31.8B respectively by the end of 2030.

Sorbitol Imports to Hong Kong Decline Sharply to $125,000 in 2023

Dec 5, 2024

Between 2020 and 2023, the import growth of Sorbitol saw a decrease, with imports falling to $125K in 2023.

Australia Witnesses Sharp Decline in Dichloromethane Imports, Dropping to $1.1 Million in 2023

Dec 5, 2024

During the review period, imports of Dichloromethane peaked at 1.8K tons in 2013, but from 2014 to 2023, import volumes did not pick up. In terms of value, Dichloromethane imports significantly dropped to $1.1M in 2023.

Significant Drop in the Netherlands' Photographic Film Exports, Plummeting to $541 Million in 2023

Dec 4, 2024

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Photographic Film exports reached their highest point in 2023 and are projected to see further growth in the future. Despite this positive trend, the value of exports decreased to $541M in 2023.

Qatar's Polycarbonate Imports Plunge to $2.3M in 2023

Dec 4, 2024

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During the review period, Polycarbonate imports reached a record high of 1K tons in 2020. However, from 2021 to 2023, imports decreased slightly. In terms of value, the imports of Polycarbonate noticeably declined to $2.3M in 2023.

Japan's Import of Direct Dye Falls by 12% to Reach $29M in 2023

Dec 4, 2024

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Direct Dye imports peaked at 7.6K tons in 2013 but remained at a lower figure from 2014 to 2023. In value terms, Direct Dye imports dropped to $29M in 2023.

Sorbitol Imports in the UK Soar to $12 Million in 2023, Excluding D-glucitol

Dec 4, 2024

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Imports of Sorbitol peaked at 19K tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, imports remained at a slightly lower figure. In value terms, Sorbitol imports surged to $12M (IndexBox estimates).

China's Dicyandiamide Exports Fall 31% to $146 Million in 2023

Dec 4, 2024

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Dicyandiamide exports peaked in 2023 and are projected to continue growing in the future. The export value declined significantly to $146M in 2023.