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Chile: Market for Industrial Monocarboxylic Fatty Acids 2025

Market Size for Industrial Monocarboxylic Fatty Acids in Chile

The Chilean industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, with an increase of 133% 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). Overall, consumption continues to indicate significant growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Industrial Monocarboxylic Fatty Acids

Exports from Chile

In 2021, overseas shipments of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids increased by 78% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports posted significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 6,101%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 3,729%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons) was the main destination for industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids exports from Chile, with a 55% share of total exports. Moreover, industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands stood at +21.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (+56.0% per year) and Peru (+38.8% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids exports from Chile, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 16% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to China stood at +26.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (+49.2% per year) and Peru (+51.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -35.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 296%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Dominican Republic (+56.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Industrial Monocarboxylic Fatty Acids

Imports into Chile

In 2021, industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids imports into Chile skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by 103% on 2020. Over the period under review, imports recorded significant growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Argentina (X tons) and Peru (X tons) were the main suppliers of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids imports to Chile.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Peru (with a CAGR of +28.6%).

In value terms, Argentina ($X) constituted the largest supplier of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids to Chile, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Peru ($X), with an 18% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Argentina amounted to +24.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 22% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a slight downturn. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while the price for Peru stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina (+2.6%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids in the world?

The country with the largest volume of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids consumption was China, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the U.S., twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 7% share.

What are the largest producers of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids production in 2020 were Indonesia, China and the U.S., together comprising 38% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids to Chile?

In value terms, Argentina, Peru and Morocco constituted the largest industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids suppliers to Chile, together comprising 89% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids from Chile?

In value terms, China, India and Spain constituted the largest markets for industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids exported from Chile worldwide, together comprising 90% of total exports.

What is the average export price for industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids in Chile?

In 2020, the average industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids export price amounted to $586 per ton, which is down by -8.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids in Chile?

The average industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids import price stood at $501 per ton in 2020, which is down by -26.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids in Chile. 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 20143195 - Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids distilled (excluding stearic, oleic tall oil)
Prodcom 20143197 - Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids (excluding stearic, oleic, t all oil, distilled)

Country coverage:

Chile

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Chile
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024