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Brazil: Ethanol Market 2024

Ethanol Market Size in Brazil

The Brazilian ethanol market amounted to $X in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Ethanol consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Ethanol Production in Brazil

In value terms, ethanol production rose to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 6.7%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Ethanol Exports

Exports from Brazil

Ethanol exports from Brazil surged to X litres in 2022, with an increase of 27% on the year before. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 39%. The exports peaked at X litres in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ethanol exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X litres), the Netherlands (X litres) and the United States (X litres) were the main destinations of ethanol exports from Brazil, with a combined 79% share of total exports. The UK, Japan, Nigeria, the Philippines, Ghana and Jamaica lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 14%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of +135.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Korea ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and the United States ($X) were the largest markets for ethanol exported from Brazil worldwide, with a combined 79% share of total exports. The UK, Japan, Nigeria, Ghana, the Philippines and Jamaica lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 13%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the UK, with a CAGR of +128.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average ethanol export price amounted to $X per litre, surging by 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Jamaica ($X per litre), while the average price for exports to Nigeria ($X per litre) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Jamaica (+9.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Ethanol Imports

Imports into Brazil

In 2022, supplies from abroad of ethyl alcohol decreased by -26.9% to X litres, falling for the fifth year in a row after four years of growth. In general, imports saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 130%. Imports peaked at X litres in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ethanol imports reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, imports faced a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 113% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X litres) constituted the largest supplier of ethanol to Brazil, with a 67% share of total imports. Moreover, ethanol imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Paraguay (X litres), twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to -15.0%.

In value terms, the largest ethanol suppliers to Brazil were the United States ($X) and Paraguay ($X).

Paraguay, with a CAGR of +41.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average ethanol import price amounted to $X per litre, growing by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per litre), while the price for the United States amounted to $X per litre.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+0.1%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ethyl alcohol in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of ethanol consumption in 2021 were Brazil, the United States and China, with a combined 66% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Canada, Pakistan and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 10%.

What are the largest producers of ethyl alcohol in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of ethanol production in 2021 were Brazil, the United States and China, with a combined 75% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of ethyl alcohol to Brazil?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of ethanol to Brazil, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Paraguay, with a 12% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ethyl alcohol from Brazil?

In value terms, the largest markets for ethanol exported from Brazil were the United States, South Korea and the Netherlands, with a combined 85% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Japan, the UK, the Philippines and Colombia, which together accounted for a further 8.4%.

What is the average export price for ethyl alcohol in Brazil?

The average ethanol export price stood at $455 per ton in 2021, dropping by -18.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ethyl alcohol in Brazil?

The average ethanol import price stood at $476 per ton in 2021, falling by -17.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethanol market in Brazil. 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 20147400 - Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume. .80 % (important: excluding alcohol duty)
Prodcom 20147500 - Denatured ethyl alcohol and other denatured spirits, of any strength

Country coverage:

Brazil

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023