China - Biodiesel - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Biodiesel Prices in China

China Biodiesel Export Price in September 2022

In September 2022, the biodiesel price stood at $1,656 per ton (FOB, China), with a decrease of -6.4% against the previous month. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2022 when the average export price increased by 4.2% month-to-month. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $1,866 per ton. From August 2022 to September 2022, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In September 2022, the highest price was recorded for prices to Belgium ($2,015 per ton) and the Netherlands ($1,656 per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore ($1,548 per ton) and Spain ($1,610 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium (+2.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

China Biodiesel Exports

In September 2022, approximately 211K tons of biodiesel were exported from China; surging by 14% against the month before. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2022 with an increase of 54% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in September 2022.

In value terms, biodiesel exports rose notably to $349M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. Overall, exports showed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2022 when exports increased by 60% against the previous month. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $369M. From August 2022 to September 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

China Biodiesel Exports by Country

the Netherlands (166K tons) was the main destination for biodiesel exports from China, accounting for a 79% share of total exports. Moreover, biodiesel exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Spain (22K tons), eightfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Belgium (10K tons), with a 4.7% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly growth rate of volume to the Netherlands stood at +9.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: Spain (+15.0% per month) and Belgium (-15.6% per month).

In value terms, the Netherlands ($275M) remains the key foreign market for biodiesel exports from China, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($35M), with a 9.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 5.8% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value to the Netherlands amounted to +9.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: Spain (+15.3% per month) and Belgium (-13.5% per month).

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the biodiesel market in China. 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.

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  • Prodcom 20595997 - Biofuels (diesel substitute)

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  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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    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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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China's Biodiesel Export Decreases to 192k Tons in February 2023
Mar 27, 2023
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China's biodiesel exports experienced a significant decline in February 2023 amidst increased competition. The Netherlands remains the key foreign market for biodiesel exports from China, comprising 92% of total exports in value terms. Overall, total exports indicated a tangible expansion from February 2022 to February 2023, with an average monthly rate of +4.7%, despite noticeable fluctuations. Average prices varied somewhat for major overseas markets. In February 2023, the biodiesel price stood at $1,342 per ton, with Belgium having the highest average price of $1,729 per ton, while the average price for exports to Spain was amongst the lowest at $1,250 per ton. Factors such as increased competition and changes in government policies or regulations were considered to have contributed to the decline in China's biodiesel exports.

The World's Best Import Markets for Biodiesel
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The World's Best Import Markets for Biodiesel
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Discover the top import markets for biodiesel and how these countries are driving the growth of the industry. Learn why the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, and Spain are leading the way in biodiesel imports.

Belgium Overtakes Germany as Second-Largest Biodiesel Exporter Worldwide
Nov 15, 2021
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This year, Belgium is overtaking Germany to emerge as the second-largest biodiesel exporter in the world. From January to July 2021, Belgium supplied biodiesel worth $2.1B abroad, while Germany’s exports were estimated at $1.8B. The Netherlands keeps the leading position with a biodiesel export value of $4.2B. In 2020, Germany ($2.3B) followed the Netherlands ($4.6B) in global export ranking, while Belgium ($1.5B) took third place. The average biodiesel export price grew by +11% y-o-y to $979 per ton in 2020.

The Global Biodiesel Market Retains Robust Growth Despite the Pandemic and Low Oil Prices
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Neither the pandemic nor the low oil prices succeeded in slowing the growth of the global biodiesel market. As economies worldwide start to recover from the Covid crisis, and environmental concerns increase, the demand is set to remain robust in 2021. 

China's Biodiesel Export Decreases to 192k Tons in February 2023
Mar 27, 2023
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China's biodiesel exports experienced a significant decline in February 2023 amidst increased competition. The Netherlands remains the key foreign market for biodiesel exports from China, comprising 92% of total exports in value terms. Overall, total exports indicated a tangible expansion from February 2022 to February 2023, with an average monthly rate of +4.7%, despite noticeable fluctuations. Average prices varied somewhat for major overseas markets. In February 2023, the biodiesel price stood at $1,342 per ton, with Belgium having the highest average price of $1,729 per ton, while the average price for exports to Spain was amongst the lowest at $1,250 per ton. Factors such as increased competition and changes in government policies or regulations were considered to have contributed to the decline in China's biodiesel exports.

The World's Best Import Markets for Biodiesel
Jan 24, 2024
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Explore the top import markets for biodiesel globally and understand the key statistics and trends. Discover the countries leading the biodiesel import market and their import values as per the IndexBox market intelligence platform.

The World's Best Import Markets for Biodiesel
Jul 1, 2023
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Discover the top import markets for biodiesel and how these countries are driving the growth of the industry. Learn why the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, and Spain are leading the way in biodiesel imports.

Belgium Overtakes Germany as Second-Largest Biodiesel Exporter Worldwide
Nov 15, 2021
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This year, Belgium is overtaking Germany to emerge as the second-largest biodiesel exporter in the world. From January to July 2021, Belgium supplied biodiesel worth $2.1B abroad, while Germany’s exports were estimated at $1.8B. The Netherlands keeps the leading position with a biodiesel export value of $4.2B. In 2020, Germany ($2.3B) followed the Netherlands ($4.6B) in global export ranking, while Belgium ($1.5B) took third place. The average biodiesel export price grew by +11% y-o-y to $979 per ton in 2020.

The Global Biodiesel Market Retains Robust Growth Despite the Pandemic and Low Oil Prices
May 10, 2021
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Neither the pandemic nor the low oil prices succeeded in slowing the growth of the global biodiesel market. As economies worldwide start to recover from the Covid crisis, and environmental concerns increase, the demand is set to remain robust in 2021. 

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