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Benelux: Potassium Hydroxide Market 2024

Potassium Hydroxide Market Size in Benelux

For the third year in a row, the Benelux potassium hydroxide market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 58% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption posted a prominent increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Potassium Hydroxide Production in Benelux

In value terms, potassium hydroxide production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 2,574%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Potassium Hydroxide Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2022, the amount of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) exported in Benelux skyrocketed to X tons, rising by 84% on 2021. Overall, exports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 3,913% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 1,128%. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Belgium dominates exports structure, reaching X tons, which was approx. 98% of total exports in 2022. The Netherlands (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Belgium was also the fastest-growing in terms of the potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) exports, with a CAGR of +19.2% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, the Netherlands (+18.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of Belgium (+98 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of the Netherlands (-98.4 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) remains the largest potassium hydroxide supplier in Benelux, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands ($X), with a 6.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Belgium amounted to +21.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -8.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the export price increased by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+2.3%).

Potassium Hydroxide Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash), when their volume increased by 118% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports posted a buoyant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed a buoyant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the two major importers of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash), namely Belgium and the Netherlands, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of +14.0%).

In value terms, the largest potassium hydroxide importing markets in Benelux were the Netherlands ($X) and Belgium ($X).

In terms of the main importing countries, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +12.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the import price increased by 40%. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+5.3%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potassium hydroxide market in Benelux. 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.

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023