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Cameroon - Polyvinyl Chloride in Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Cameroon: Polyvinyl Chloride Market 2024

Polyvinyl Chloride Market Size in Cameroon

The Cameroonian polyvinyl chloride market rose remarkably to $X in 2022, with an increase of 7.7% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption saw buoyant growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Polyvinyl Chloride Exports

Exports from Cameroon

In 2018, the amount of polyvinyl chloride exported from Cameroon amounted to X tons, remaining relatively unchanged against 2017. Over the period under review, exports faced a dramatic slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, polyvinyl chloride exports totaled $X in 2018. Overall, exports continue to indicate a precipitous decrease. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Congo (X tons) was the main destination for polyvinyl chloride exports from Cameroon, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Congo totaled -45.4%.

From 2013 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value to Congo totaled -54.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the average polyvinyl chloride export price amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2013 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Congo amounted to -17.4% per year.

Polyvinyl Chloride Imports

Imports into Cameroon

In 2022, the amount of polyvinyl chloride imported into Cameroon skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports recorded a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 40%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polyvinyl chloride imports expanded sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 58%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest polyvinyl chloride supplier to Cameroon, with a 34% share of total imports. Moreover, polyvinyl chloride imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), twofold. South Africa (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +35.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-3.8% per year) and South Africa (+14.9% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of polyvinyl chloride to Cameroon, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by South Africa, with a 7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at +38.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-5.8% per year) and South Africa (+12.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average polyvinyl chloride import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -9.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 19%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+1.9%), 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 polyvinyl chloride market 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 20163010 - Polyvinyl chloride, not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms
Prodcom 20163023 - Non-plasticised polyvinyl chloride mixed with any other substance, in primary forms
Prodcom 20163025 - Plasticised polyvinyl chloride mixed with any other substance, i n 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