U.S. - Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excluding Soap) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Cationic Surface-Active Agents (excl. Soap) Prices in the United States

U.S. Cationic Surface-Active Agents (excl. Soap) Import Price in December 2021

In December 2021, the cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) price stood at $4,291 per ton (CIF, US), shrinking by -3.9% against the previous month. Over the period under review, import price indicated a pronounced increase from January 2021 to December 2021: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +4.8% over the last eleven-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on December 2021 figures, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) import price decreased by -3.9% against November 2021 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2021 when the average import price increased by 30% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $4,602 per ton in May 2021; however, from June 2021 to December 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was France ($42.3 per kg), while the price for Canada ($2,037 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2021 to December 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+19.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

U.S. Cationic Surface-Active Agents (excl. Soap) Imports

In December 2021, approximately 1.2K tons of cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) were imported into the United States; approximately reflecting the month before. In general, imports saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in June 2021 with an increase of 27% against the previous month. Imports peaked at 2.5K tons in February 2021; however, from March 2021 to December 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) imports dropped to $5M (IndexBox estimates) in December 2021. Overall, imports saw a slight decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in May 2021 with an increase of 24% month-to-month. Imports peaked at 6.7K tons in February 2021; however, from March 2021 to December 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

U.S. Cationic Surface-Active Agents (excl. Soap) Imports by Country

China (330 tons), Canada (322 tons) and South Korea (248 tons) were the main suppliers of cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) imports to the United States, with a combined 77% share of total imports. Mexico, Germany and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

From January 2021 to December 2021, the biggest increases were in Germany (with a CAGR of +6.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) suppliers to the United States were South Korea ($1.8M), Mexico ($1.2M) and China ($1M), with a combined 79% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Canada, Germany and France, which together accounted for a further 17%.

Germany, with a CAGR of +10.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) in the U.S.. 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 20412030 - Cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap)

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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  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. 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
    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

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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  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
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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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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