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Brazil: Propylene Oxide Market 2024

Propylene Oxide Market Size in Brazil

In 2021, the Brazilian propylene oxide market increased by 35% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after five years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption enjoyed a tangible expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Propylene Oxide Production in Brazil

In value terms, propylene oxide production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. Propylene oxide production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Propylene Oxide Exports

Exports from Brazil

After three years of decline, overseas shipments of methyloxirane (propylene oxide) increased by 9.5% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 38%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, propylene oxide exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 42%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Argentina (X tons) was the main destination for propylene oxide exports from Brazil, with a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by the United States (X kg), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Argentina amounted to -3.1%.

In value terms, Argentina ($X) remains the key foreign market for methyloxirane (propylene oxide) exports from Brazil, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Argentina amounted to -6.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The average propylene oxide export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a pronounced decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 26%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Argentina amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+8.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Propylene Oxide Imports

Imports into Brazil

For the fourth consecutive year, Brazil recorded growth in overseas purchases of methyloxirane (propylene oxide), which increased by 256% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports enjoyed a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 6,093%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, propylene oxide imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 4,492% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) was the main propylene oxide supplier to Brazil, accounting for a approx. 99.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to +13.3%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of methyloxirane (propylene oxide) to Brazil.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States totaled +14.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average propylene oxide import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 41% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 61% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +0.6% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for methyloxirane (propylene oxide) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of propylene oxide consumption in 2021 were the Netherlands, China and Singapore, with a combined 64% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of methyloxirane (propylene oxide) in the world?

The Netherlands constituted the country with the largest volume of propylene oxide production, accounting for 37% of total volume. Moreover, propylene oxide production in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Singapore, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 16% share.

What are the leading suppliers of methyloxirane (propylene oxide) to Brazil?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of propylene oxide to Brazil.

What are the leading importers of methyloxirane (propylene oxide) from Brazil?

In value terms, Argentina and the Netherlands appeared to be the largest markets for propylene oxide exported from Brazil worldwide.

What is the average export price for methyloxirane (propylene oxide) in Brazil?

The average propylene oxide export price stood at $1,400 per ton in 2021, rising by 24% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for methyloxirane (propylene oxide) in Brazil?

In 2021, the average propylene oxide import price amounted to $1,904 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the propylene oxide 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 20146375 - Methyloxirane (propylene oxide)

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