World - Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Refined or synthetic glycerol market: read recently published statistics empowered by an Ai-driven BI platform. Facts and figures provide market prices, imports, trade, production, companies, consumption, exports, and market size. Here is a breakdown by country, including China, Russia, the Middle East, EU, the U.K., the U.S., Africa, and Latin America. Market insights and forecast to 2030 are also featured in the reports.
Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | United States |
| 3 | India |
| 4 | Japan |
| 5 | Brazil |
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 growth rate of value in China amounted to -5.2%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the United States (-5.0% per year) and India (-3.4% per year).
Refined or Synthetic Glycerol Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Poland | 752 | 431 | 522 | -16.7% |
| Thailand | 844 | 656 | 542 | -19.9% |
| Brazil | 668 | 627 | 553 | -9.0% |
| Indonesia | 776 | 607 | 595 | -12.4% |
| Argentina | 741 | 806 | 749 | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | 921 | 748 | 766 | -8.8% |
| Netherlands | 954 | 679 | 783 | -9.4% |
| Belgium | 1081 | 784 | 785 | -14.8% |
| Germany | 1033 | 805 | 825 | -10.6% |
| United States | 1274 | 1158 | 1120 | -6.2% |
| Average | 902 | 720 | 712 | -11.1% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the United States ($1,120 per ton), while Poland ($522 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina, 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 | ||||
| France | 1087 | 853 | 879 | -10.1% |
| Japan | 1025 | 854 | 768 | -13.4% |
| United Kingdom | 841 | 751 | 767 | -4.5% |
| United States | 1039 | 829 | 763 | -14.3% |
| Italy | 978 | 710 | 761 | -11.8% |
| Spain | 1077 | 725 | 755 | -16.3% |
| Germany | 990 | 640 | 738 | -13.7% |
| Netherlands | 769 | 552 | 619 | -10.3% |
| Mexico | 937 | 666 | 615 | -19.0% |
| India | 914 | 635 | 570 | -21.0% |
| China | 876 | 560 | 560 | -20.0% |
| Russia | 643 | 532 | 547 | -7.8% |
| Thailand | 827 | 625 | 538 | -19.3% |
| Average | 932 | 693 | 689 | -14.1% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was France ($879 per ton), while Thailand ($538 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| China | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | -2.5% |
| United States | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | -15.3% |
| Netherlands | 0.09 | 0.06 | 0.08 | -9.8% |
| Japan | 0.07 | 0.08 | 0.06 | -11.5% |
| France | 0.07 | 0.05 | 0.06 | -10.2% |
In value terms, the largest refined or synthetic glycerol importing markets worldwide were China ($198M), the United States ($108M) and the Netherlands ($77M), with a combined 31% share of global imports.
Among the main importing countries, China saw 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 a decline in the imports figures.
Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| Indonesia | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.2 | -17.7% |
| Germany | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | -13.7% |
| Netherlands | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.2 | -7.4% |
| Brazil | 0.02 | 0.03 | 0.07 | 86.7% |
In value terms, the largest refined or synthetic glycerol supplying countries worldwide were Indonesia ($333M), Malaysia ($238M) and Germany ($226M), together accounting for 58% of global exports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Brazil, Argentina, the United States, Belgium, Thailand and Poland, which together accounted for a further 29%.
In terms of the main exporting countries, Brazil (+86.7% per year) saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.
Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for refined or synthetic glycerol 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.
Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - Top Companies
BASF SE, PETRONIKA, PT, SAUDI BASIC INDUSTRIES CORPORATION (SABIC), BASF Corporation, Braskem S/A, Umicore SA, FORMOSA CHEMICALS & FIBRE CORP., Dongguan Guangcai Dyestuffs Co., Ltd., SHIN-ETSU CHEMICAL CO., LTD., MITSUI CHEMICALS,INC., B.A.S.F. Antwerpen N.V. NV, SHOWA DENKO K.K., TOSOH CORPORATION, Pingxiang Lele Fuzhisuan Factory, UBE INDUSTRIES, LTD., Lonza AG, North Huajin Chemical Industries Co., Ltd., Union Carbide Corporation, MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC., Wacker Chemical Corporation
Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - Product Coverage
- HS 290545 - Alcohols; polyhydric, glycerol
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for refined or synthetic glycerol. 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 20142360 - Glycerol (including synthetic, excluding crude, waters and lyes)
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
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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 2012–2024
- 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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