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Cameroon: Market for Polypropylene in Primary Forms 2024

Market Size for Polypropylene in Primary Forms in Cameroon

In 2022, the Cameroonian polypropylene in primary forms market decreased by -10.1% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, consumption continues to indicate resilient growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Exports of Polypropylene in Primary Forms

Exports from Cameroon

In 2022, shipments abroad of polypropylene in primary forms was finally on the rise to reach X tons after five years of decline. In general, exports, however, faced a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 880% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polypropylene in primary forms exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a sharp shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 415% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Myanmar (X tons) was the main destination for polypropylene in primary forms exports from Cameroon, with a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Myanmar amounted to -28.5%.

In value terms, Myanmar ($X) also remains the key foreign market for polypropylene in primary forms exports from Cameroon.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Myanmar amounted to -34.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average polypropylene in primary forms export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -14.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 25% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Myanmar.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Myanmar amounted to -8.0% per year.

Imports of Polypropylene in Primary Forms

Imports into Cameroon

In 2022, approx. X tons of polypropylene in primary forms were imported into Cameroon; picking up by 3.6% on the previous year. In general, imports enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 86% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, polypropylene in primary forms imports declined significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 74%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons), Chad (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main suppliers of polypropylene in primary forms imports to Cameroon, with a combined 68% share of total imports. South Africa, China, Spain and India lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +37.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X), Chad ($X) and South Korea ($X) appeared to be the largest polypropylene in primary forms suppliers to Cameroon, with a combined 64% share of total imports.

Chad, with a CAGR of +34.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average polypropylene in primary forms import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -19.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 58% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then plummeted in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the price for Chad ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+2.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for polypropylene in primary forms in Cameroon. 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 20165130 - Polypropylene, in primary forms

Country coverage:

Cameroon

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Cameroon
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
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
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