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Colombia: Polycarbonate Market 2024

Polycarbonate Exports

Exports from Colombia

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of polycarbonates (in primary forms), when their volume decreased by -15.1% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 338% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

In value terms, polycarbonate exports reduced dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 272%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Ecuador (X tons) was the main destination for polycarbonate exports from Colombia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Ecuador stood at +10.5%.

In value terms, Ecuador ($X) also remains the key foreign market for polycarbonates (in primary forms) exports from Colombia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Ecuador stood at +7.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average polycarbonate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -2.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a perceptible setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 8.7% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +6.1% per year.

Polycarbonate Imports

Imports into Colombia

In 2022, overseas purchases of polycarbonates (in primary forms) decreased by -1.6% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, total imports indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +34.4% against 2018 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 29%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

In value terms, polycarbonate imports fell significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +27.7% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 55% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

South Korea (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main suppliers of polycarbonate imports to Colombia, together accounting for 58% of total imports. China, Taiwan (Chinese), the United States, Saudi Arabia and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +53.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Korea ($X), Germany ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the largest polycarbonate suppliers to Colombia, together comprising 60% of total imports. Belgium, Taiwan (Chinese), the United States, Saudi Arabia and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +51.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average polycarbonate import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -16.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 50% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted rapidly 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 Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+2.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of polycarbonate consumption was India, accounting for 35% of total volume. Moreover, polycarbonate consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, threefold. China ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, South Korea and the United States, with a combined 63% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) to Colombia?

In value terms, the largest polycarbonate suppliers to Colombia were South Korea, Belgium and the United States, together accounting for 69% of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Taiwan Chinese), China and Japan, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What are the leading importers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) from Colombia?

In value terms, Ecuador remains the key foreign market for polycarbonate exports from Colombia.

What is the average export price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Colombia?

In 2021, the average polycarbonate export price amounted to $1,701 per ton, rising by 5.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Colombia?

In 2021, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $3,414 per ton, growing by 60% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polycarbonate market in Colombia. 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 20164040 - Polycarbonates, in primary forms

Country coverage:

Colombia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Colombia
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
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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