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Ecuador: Fluoropolymers Market 2025

Fluoropolymers Market Size in Ecuador

After two years of decline, the Ecuadorian fluoropolymers market increased by 332% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Fluoropolymers consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Fluoropolymers Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, shipments abroad of fluoropolymers decreased by -80% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, exports, however, recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 769%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fluoropolymers exports plummeted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 2,188% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany amounted to +16.1%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) also remains the key foreign market for fluoropolymers exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany totaled +22.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average fluoropolymers export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 3.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 163%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to +5.1% per year.

Fluoropolymers Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, purchases abroad of fluoropolymers decreased by -1% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports, however, posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 204%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fluoropolymers imports shrank to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a mild setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 60% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Colombia (X tons) was the main supplier of fluoropolymers to Ecuador, accounting for a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR (X kg), with a 2.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Colombia totaled +5.0%.

In value terms, Colombia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fluoropolymers to Ecuador, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Hong Kong SAR ($X), with a 12% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Colombia totaled -3.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average fluoropolymers import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -2.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 41%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the price for Colombia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (-5.5%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fluoropolymers in the world?

China remains the largest fluoropolymers consuming country worldwide, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, fluoropolymers consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.8% share.

What are the largest producers of fluoropolymers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fluoropolymers production was China, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, fluoropolymers production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 9.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fluoropolymers to Ecuador?

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

What are the leading importers of fluoropolymers from Ecuador?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for fluoropolymers exports from Ecuador.

What is the average export price for fluoropolymers in Ecuador?

In 2020, the average fluoropolymers export price amounted to $14,889 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fluoropolymers in Ecuador?

The average fluoropolymers import price stood at $4,277 per ton in 2020, falling by -16.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fluoropolymers 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 20163060 - Fluoropolymers

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