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Canada - Oxirane (Ethylene Oxide) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Canada: Ethylene Oxide Market 2025

Ethylene Oxide Market Size in Canada

The Canadian ethylene oxide market totaled $X in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a deep reduction. Ethylene oxide consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Ethylene Oxide Production in Canada

In value terms, ethylene oxide production dropped slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -10.0% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 53% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Ethylene Oxide Exports

Exports from Canada

In 2022, overseas shipments of oxirane (ethylene oxide) increased by 68% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ethylene oxide exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for ethylene oxide exports from Canada, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States amounted to +47.8%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for oxirane (ethylene oxide) exports from Canada.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at +41.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average ethylene oxide export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 38% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a perceptible contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 407%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, 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 the United States.

From 2014 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to -1.7% per year.

Ethylene Oxide Imports

Imports into Canada

For the third year in a row, Canada recorded growth in overseas purchases of oxirane (ethylene oxide), which increased by 41% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a sharp contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 122% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ethylene oxide imports expanded significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a dramatic setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 44%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main supplier of ethylene oxide to Canada, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States stood at -30.1%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of oxirane (ethylene oxide) to Canada.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States stood at -31.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average ethylene oxide import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -24.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a mild contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 99%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, 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 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -1.6% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for oxirane (ethylene oxide) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ethylene oxide consumption was Germany, comprising approx. 50% of total volume. Moreover, ethylene oxide consumption in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, fourfold. Belgium ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of oxirane (ethylene oxide) in the world?

Germany constituted the country with the largest volume of ethylene oxide production, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, ethylene oxide production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Netherlands, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of oxirane (ethylene oxide) to Canada?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of ethylene oxide to Canada.

What are the leading importers of oxirane (ethylene oxide) from Canada?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for ethylene oxide exports from Canada.

What is the average export price for oxirane (ethylene oxide) in Canada?

In 2020, the average ethylene oxide export price amounted to $987 per ton, picking up by 72% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for oxirane (ethylene oxide) in Canada?

In 2020, the average ethylene oxide import price amounted to $2,644 per ton, surging by 27% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethylene oxide market in Canada. 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 20146373 - Oxirane (ethylene oxide)

Country coverage:

Canada

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024