World - Ethylene Glycol (Ethanediol) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Ethylene glycol market: get newly released facts and figures featured by an Ai-driven market research tool. Data cover trade, exports, production, imports, consumption, companies, market size, and market prices. Here is a split by region, including China, the U.K., the U.S., EU, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Russia. Market insights and outlook to 2030 are also provided in the snapshots.
Ethylene Glycol - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | United States |
| 3 | India |
| 4 | Germany |
| 5 | Turkey |
In value terms, China led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States. It was followed by India.
In China, the ethylene glycol market declined by an average annual rate of -5.6% over the period from 2018-2020. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of market growth: the United States (-12.9% per year) and India (-14.9% per year).
Ethylene Glycol Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| United States | 853 | 549 | 421 | -29.7% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 892 | 574 | 460 | -28.2% |
| Iran | 819 | 575 | 461 | -25.0% |
| Canada | 736 | 587 | 467 | -20.3% |
| Singapore | 930 | 613 | 472 | -28.8% |
| Kuwait | 881 | 568 | 482 | -26.0% |
| Saudi Arabia | 717 | 534 | 486 | -17.7% |
| Average | 844 | 576 | 477 | -24.8% |
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Saudi Arabia ($486 per ton) and Kuwait ($482 per ton), while the United States ($421 per ton) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($460 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Turkey | 962 | 881 | 1257 | 14.3% |
| China | 927 | 600 | 747 | -10.2% |
| Vietnam | 1037 | 707 | 568 | -26.0% |
| Indonesia | 1052 | 681 | 545 | -28.0% |
| Germany | 1009 | 656 | 518 | -28.3% |
| Spain | 959 | 679 | 506 | -27.4% |
| South Korea | 997 | 609 | 497 | -29.4% |
| Belgium | 882 | 609 | 496 | -25.0% |
| United States | 841 | 592 | 486 | -24.0% |
| Oman | 827 | 562 | 467 | -24.9% |
| India | 921 | 575 | 462 | -29.2% |
| Mexico | 882 | 604 | 437 | -29.6% |
| Average | 926 | 623 | 673 | -14.7% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($1,257 per ton), while Mexico ($437 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
Ethylene Glycol - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| China | 9.1 | 6 | 7.5 | -9.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 5.2% |
| United States | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.3 | -43.5% |
| India | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.3 | -35.0% |
| Belgium | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.0% |
In value terms, China ($7.5B) constitutes the largest market for imported ethylene glycol (ethanediol) worldwide, comprising 68% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey ($319M), with a 2.9% share of global imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 2.4% share.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China stood at -9.3%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Turkey (+5.2% per year) and the United States (-43.5% per year).
Ethylene Glycol - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| Saudi Arabia | 1.1 | 2 | 2.9 | 61.0% |
| United States | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 37.8% |
| Canada | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.7 | -17.3% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 1.3 | 0.8 | 0.6 | -28.1% |
| Singapore | 1 | 0.6 | 0.6 | -24.6% |
In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($2.9B) remains the largest ethylene glycol supplier worldwide, comprising 37% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States ($924M), with a 12% share of global exports. It was followed by Canada, with a 9.5% share.
In Saudi Arabia, ethylene glycol exports increased at an average annual rate of +61.0% over the period from 2018-2020. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the United States (+37.8% per year) and Canada (-17.3% per year).
Ethylene Glycol - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for ethylene glycol worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Ethylene Glycol - Product Coverage
- HS 290531 - Alcohols; acyclic, diols; ethylene glycol (ethanediol)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global ethylene glycol 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 20142310 - Ethylene glycol (ethanediol)
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
Company coverage:
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- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
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
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
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption, by Country, 2022–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Consumption, by Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, by Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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