U.S. - Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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U.S. - Refined or Synthetic Glycerol - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Refined or Synthetic Glycerol Prices in the United States

U.S. Refined or Synthetic Glycerol Import Price per Ton in August 2022

In August 2022, the refined or synthetic glycerol price per ton stood at $2.0K (CIF, US), falling by -18.9% against the previous month. In general, import price indicated a measured increase from January 2022 to August 2022: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +4.7% over the last seven-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on August 2022 figures, refined or synthetic glycerol import price increased by +38.0% against January 2022 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in July 2022 an increase of 30% m-o-m. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $2.5K per ton, and then reduced dramatically in the following month.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was India ($4.7K per ton), while the price for Argentina ($1.5K per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+7.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

U.S. Refined or Synthetic Glycerol Imports

In August 2022, the amount of refined or synthetic glycerol imported into the United States soared to 18K tons, growing by 22% compared with the previous month's figure. Over the period under review, imports posted a perceptible expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 75% m-o-m.

In value terms, refined or synthetic glycerol imports fell slightly to $36M (IndexBox estimates) in August 2022. In general, imports showed a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2022 when imports increased by 109% against the previous month.

U.S. Refined or Synthetic Glycerol Imports by Country

In August 2022, Indonesia (11K tons) constituted the largest refined or synthetic glycerol supplier to the United States, with a 64% share of total imports. Moreover, refined or synthetic glycerol imports from Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Malaysia (2.3K tons), fivefold. Argentina (2.1K tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 12% share.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly growth rate of volume from Indonesia amounted to +4.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Malaysia (-4.3% per month) and Argentina (+28.2% per month).

In value terms, Indonesia ($22M) constituted the largest supplier of refined or synthetic glycerol to the United States, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Malaysia ($5.3M), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with an 8.9% share.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of value from Indonesia amounted to +11.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Malaysia (+0.7% per month) and Argentina (+35.3% per month).

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for refined or synthetic glycerol 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 20142360 - Glycerol (including synthetic, excluding crude, waters and lyes)

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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    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  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
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    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
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  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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