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Polyethylene in primary forms market: read newly released data featured by an Ai-driven market research tool. Facts and figures contain production, market size, imports, companies, trade, exports, consumption, and market prices. Here is a breakdown by country, including the U.S., Russia, the U.K., the Middle East, China, Africa, EU, and Latin America. Market insights and outlook to 2030 are also provided in the reports.
Polyethylene in Primary Forms - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | United States |
| 3 | India |
| 4 | Brazil |
| 5 | Japan |
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.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China totaled -6.7%. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of market growth: the United States (-8.8% per year) and India (-12.5% per year).
Polyethylene in Primary Forms Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Russia | 1245 | 1064 | 774 | -21.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | 1212 | 1014 | 815 | -18.0% |
| Malaysia | 1155 | 981 | 817 | -15.9% |
| Iran | 1117 | 969 | 887 | -10.9% |
| Singapore | 1288 | 1032 | 935 | -14.8% |
| Thailand | 1344 | 1135 | 940 | -16.4% |
| United States | 1364 | 1065 | 958 | -16.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | 1346 | 1080 | 963 | -15.4% |
| South Korea | 1348 | 1127 | 976 | -14.9% |
| Canada | 1332 | 1109 | 1002 | -13.3% |
| Belgium | 1461 | 1291 | 1090 | -13.6% |
| Netherlands | 1429 | 1261 | 1136 | -10.8% |
| Germany | 1568 | 1405 | 1219 | -11.8% |
| Average | 1310 | 1102 | 963 | -14.3% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Germany ($1,219 per ton), while Russia ($774 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands, 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 | ||||
| Germany | 1478 | 1300 | 1144 | -12.0% |
| Poland | 1445 | 1280 | 1122 | -11.9% |
| France | 1411 | 1285 | 1087 | -12.2% |
| Vietnam | 1259 | 1215 | 1082 | -7.3% |
| United States | 1385 | 1194 | 1043 | -13.2% |
| Mexico | 1385 | 1130 | 1035 | -13.6% |
| China | 1276 | 1029 | 1029 | -10.2% |
| Italy | 1349 | 1173 | 1023 | -12.9% |
| Belgium | 1291 | 1143 | 964 | -13.6% |
| India | 1324 | 1104 | 962 | -14.8% |
| Turkey | 1320 | 1086 | 932 | -16.0% |
| Malaysia | 1213 | 1051 | 880 | -14.8% |
| Singapore | 1227 | 1146 | 844 | -17.1% |
| Average | 1346 | 1146 | 1034 | -12.3% |
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Germany ($1,144 per ton) and Poland ($1,122 per ton), while Singapore ($844 per ton) and Malaysia ($880 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
Polyethylene in Primary Forms - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| China | 12 | 12 | 12 | -2.0% |
| Germany | 3.3 | 2.8 | 2.4 | -14.1% |
| United States | 2.3 | 2.2 | 1.9 | -8.9% |
| Belgium | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.8 | 27.3% |
| Vietnam | 1.8 | 1.9 | 1.8 | 0.7% |
In value terms, China ($11.8B) constitutes the largest market for imported polyethylene in primary forms worldwide, comprising 23% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany ($2.4B), with a 4.7% share of global imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 3.7% share.
In China, polyethylene in primary forms imports decreased by an average annual rate of -2.0% over the period from 2018-2020. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (-14.1% per year) and the United States (-8.9% per year).
Polyethylene in Primary Forms - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| Saudi Arabia | 11 | 9.4 | 7.4 | -17.4% |
| United States | 6 | 6.4 | 6 | 0.1% |
| Belgium | 2.6 | 2.3 | 3.3 | 13.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | 3.2 | 2.5 | 2.5 | -11.1% |
| Singapore | 3.1 | 2.9 | 2.4 | -12.1% |
In value terms, the largest polyethylene in primary forms supplying countries worldwide were Saudi Arabia ($7.4B), the United States ($6B) and Belgium ($3.3B), together accounting for 36% of global exports. The United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Germany, South Korea, Iran, Thailand, the Netherlands, Canada, Malaysia and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.
Russia recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Polyethylene in Primary Forms - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for polyethylene in primary forms 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.
Polyethylene in Primary Forms - Top Companies
The Dow Chemical Company, AVC HOLDINGS PTY LTD, AUSTRALIAN VINYLS CORPORATION PTY LTD, MB Barter (usa) Inc, SUMITOMO CHEMICAL COMPANY, LIMITED, HARVEYS COMPOSITES (PTY) LTD, PTT GLOBAL CHEMICAL PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED, NAN YA PLASTICS CORPORATION, Hengyi Petrochemical Co., Ltd., Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, Eastman Chemical Company, Huntsman International LLC, Huntsman Corporation, Westlake Chemical Corporation, Celanese Americas LLC, Covestro Deutschland AG, FORMOSA PLASTICS CORPORATION, Celanese Holdings LLC, Celanese Chemicals Inc., HITACHI CHEMICAL COMPANY, LTD.
Polyethylene in Primary Forms - Product Coverage
- HS 390110 - Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94
- HS 390120 - Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for polyethylene in primary forms. 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 20161035 - Linear polyethylene having a specific gravity < 0,94, in primary forms
- Prodcom 20161039 - Polyethylene having a specific gravity < 0,94, in primary forms (excluding linear)
- Prodcom 20161050 - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of . 0,94, in primary forms
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
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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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
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- 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 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- 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 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- 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, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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