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Ecuador: Cumene Market 2025

Cumene Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian cumene market declined to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -3.4% 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, however, continues to indicate a strong increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Cumene Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, approx. X tons of cumene were exported from Ecuador; approximately equating the previous year. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, cumene exports totaled $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

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

From 2021 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Colombia was relatively modest.

From 2021 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Colombia was relatively modest.

Cumene Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, purchases abroad of cumene increased by 19% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports showed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 479%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cumene imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 427%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Colombia (X tons) was the main cumene supplier to Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Colombia stood at +66.7%.

In value terms, Colombia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cumene to Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Colombia totaled +59.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average cumene import price stood at $X per ton in 2020, falling by -4.6% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2020, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.9%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 23%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Colombia.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Colombia amounted to -4.7% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cumene in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cumene consumption in 2021 were Belgium, China and Japan, with a combined 73% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Singapore, Brazil and Germany, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What are the largest producers of cumene in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cumene production in 2021 were the Netherlands, Japan and Singapore, with a combined 78% share of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Germany, Russia and Portugal, which together accounted for a further 19%.

What are the leading suppliers of cumene to Ecuador?

In value terms, Colombia constituted the largest supplier of cumene to Ecuador.

What is the average export price for cumene in Ecuador?

In 2021, the average cumene export price amounted to $1,510 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cumene in Ecuador?

The average cumene import price stood at $1,148 per ton in 2020, reducing by -4.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cumene market in Ecuador. 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 20141270 - Cumene

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

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