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World - Ethyl Alcohol - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Apr 14, 2020

Global Ethanol Market - the U.S. Emerged as the World's Largest and Fastest-growing Supplier

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'World - Ethyl Alcohol - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

Global Ethyl Alcohol Trade 2007-2018

In 2018, the amount of ethyl alcohol exported worldwide amounted to 17B litres, going up by 24% against the previous year. In general, the total exports indicated prominent growth from 2007 to 2018: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.9% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, ethanol exports increased by +79.8% against 2014 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011 with an increase of 47% against the previous year. The global exports peaked in 2018 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, ethanol exports stood at $8.7B (IndexBox estimates) in 2018. In general, the total exports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2007 to 2018: its value increased at an average annual rate of +7.9% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, ethanol exports increased by +21.6% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of 60% year-to-year. In that year, global ethanol exports reached their peak of $9.7B. From 2012 to 2018, the growth of global ethanol exports failed to regain its momentum.

Exports by Country

The U.S. was the largest exporter of ethyl alcohol exported in the world, with the volume of exports finishing at 7.8B litres, which was approx. 45% of total exports in 2018. It was distantly followed by Brazil (1.6B litres), the Netherlands (1.2B litres), France (0.9B litres) and Pakistan (0.8B litres), together generating a 27% share of total exports. Hungary (550M litres), Belgium (535M litres), the UK (449M litres), Germany (432M litres) and South Africa (278M litres) held a relatively small share of total exports.

The U.S. was also the fastest-growing in terms of the ethyl alcohol exports, with a CAGR of +25.6% from 2007 to 2018. At the same time, Hungary (+22.6%), the Netherlands (+10.9%), Pakistan (+10.6%), Germany (+9.4%), Belgium (+7.6%), the UK (+7.4%), France (+6.7%) and South Africa (+3.9%) displayed positive paces of growth.

By contrast, Brazil (-4.0%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The U.S. (+42 p.p.), the Netherlands (+4.9 p.p.), Pakistan (+3 p.p.), Hungary (+2.8 p.p.), France (+2.8 p.p.), Belgium (+1.7 p.p.) and Germany (+1.6 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global exports, while Brazil saw its share reduced by -5.3% from 2007 to 2018, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the U.S. ($2.8B) remains the largest ethanol supplier worldwide, comprising 32% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil ($892M), with a 10% share of global exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9.4% share.

Imports by Country

In 2018, Brazil (2,270M litres), Canada (1,626M litres), Germany (1,321M litres), the U.S. (1,318M litres), the Netherlands (1,056M litres), Japan (875M litres), the UK (683M litres), India (571M litres), South Korea (422M litres), the Philippines (415M litres), the United Arab Emirates (383M litres) and France (271M litres) was the largest importer of ethyl alcohol imported in the world, committing 74% of total import.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Brazil, while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($832M), Brazil ($777M) and the U.S. ($705M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2018, with a combined 28% share of global imports. The Netherlands, Canada, Japan, the UK, India, the Philippines, South Korea, France and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.

The Philippines recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average ethanol import price stood at $0.5 per litre in 2018, waning by -13.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the ethanol import price continues to indicate a mild contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011 when the average import price increased by 19% y-o-y. The global import price peaked at $0.8 per litre in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2018, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was France ($0.7 per litre), while Brazil ($0.3 per litre) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Philippines, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global ethanol market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 20147400 - Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume. .80 % (important: excluding alcohol duty)
  • Prodcom 20147500 - Denatured ethyl alcohol and other denatured spirits, of any strength

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Archer Daniels Midland, Poet LLC, Valero Energy Corporation, Green Plains Renewable Energy, Flint Hills Resources LP, Marquis Energy, Cargill, Pacific Ethanol, Pannonia Bio, Envien Group, Big River Resources, Gracial Lakes Energy, CropEnergies AG, SDIC Jilin Alcohol, Henan Tianguan, Tereos, Cristal Union, White Energy, Agroetanol, BioWanze SA, Beluga Group, Greenfield Global

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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