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Caustic Soda - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | India |
| 2 | China |
| 3 | United States |
| 4 | Brazil |
| 5 | South Korea |
In value terms, India, China and the United States were the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2021, together comprising 54% of the global market. These countries were followed by Brazil, South Korea, Indonesia, Australia, Japan, Iran, Germany and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 21%.
In terms of the main consuming countries, Germany (+120.3% per year) saw the highest growth rate of market size, over the period under review, while caustic soda market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Caustic Soda Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Netherlands | 221 | 149 | 161 | -14.6% |
| Japan | 243 | 234 | 172 | -15.9% |
| Hungary | 289 | 186 | 180 | -21.1% |
| France | 243 | n/a | 185 | -12.7% |
| United States | 193 | 161 | 196 | 0.8% |
| Belgium | 265 | 210 | 230 | -6.8% |
| Germany | 231 | n/a | 231 | 0.0% |
| South Korea | 323 | 213 | 233 | -15.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | 262 | 214 | 235 | -5.3% |
| Russia | 321 | 203 | 245 | -12.6% |
| Norway | 270 | 228 | 247 | -4.4% |
| China | 381 | 324 | 319 | -8.5% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 330 | 422 | 360 | 4.4% |
| Average | 252 | 207 | 223 | -6.0% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($360 per ton), while the Netherlands ($161 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2019 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| France | 313 | 248 | 243 | -11.9% |
| Finland | 222 | 249 | 236 | 3.1% |
| Sweden | 169 | 235 | 227 | 15.9% |
| United States | 252 | 162 | 216 | -7.4% |
| Italy | 197 | 170 | 208 | 2.8% |
| Australia | 194 | 167 | 181 | -3.4% |
| Germany | 257 | 225 | 181 | -16.1% |
| Spain | 261 | 182 | 180 | -17.0% |
| Belgium | 240 | 236 | 176 | -14.4% |
| Brazil | 196 | 185 | 173 | -6.1% |
| Jamaica | 212 | 152 | 161 | -12.9% |
| Turkey | 259 | 153 | 120 | -31.9% |
| Netherlands | 116 | 106 | 115 | -0.4% |
| Average | 244 | 215 | 221 | -5.0% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was France ($243 per ton), while the Netherlands ($115 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2019 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Caustic Soda - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| Australia | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.5 | -3.9% |
| Brazil | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1.0% |
| United States | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 10.3% |
| Netherlands | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | -3.7% |
| Finland | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 46.7% |
In value terms, the largest caustic soda importing markets worldwide were Australia ($536M), Brazil ($468M) and the United States ($253M), together accounting for 27% of global imports. The Netherlands, Finland, Sweden, France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Germany, Jamaica and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.
Among the main importing countries, Finland recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Caustic Soda - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| United States | 1.2 | 0.9 | 1.1 | -4.2% |
| China | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.4 | -8.1% |
| Germany | 0.7 | n/a | 0.3 | -29.3% |
| Japan | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 28.7% |
| Netherlands | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 16.0% |
In value terms, the United States ($1.1B) remains the largest caustic soda supplier worldwide, comprising 24% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China ($369M), with a 8.1% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 7.4% share.
From 2019 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United States amounted to -4.2%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (-8.1% per year) and Germany (-29.3% per year).
Caustic Soda - Market Forecast
The caustic soda market is expected to start a downward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to decrease slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of -0.0% for the nine-year period from 2021 to 2030, which is projected to depress the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Caustic Soda - Top Companies
WESFARMERS CHEMICALS, ENERGY & FERTILISERS LIMITED, Solvay SA, Hanwha Chemical Corporation, Hubei Biocause Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., E A JUFFALI & BROTHERS CO.,LTD, Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co., Ltd., Olin Corporation, Celanese Corporation, TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS FRANCE, North Huajin Chemicals Industries Group Co., Ltd., Rohm and Haas Company, VERSALIS SPA, Avantor, Inc., Icl-Ip America Inc., LANXESS Deutschland GmbH, Israni Colour Chemicals Llc, Beijing Sanju Environmental Protection & New Materials Co., Ltd., Axiall Corporation, ARKEMA FRANCE, Tangshan Sanyou Chemical Industries Co., Ltd.
Caustic Soda - Product Coverage
- HS 281511 - Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda); solid
- HS 281512 - Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda); in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global caustic soda 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 20132525 - Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), solid
- Prodcom 20132527 - Sodium hydroxide in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- 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
+ 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
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- 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
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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