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Ecuador - Ion-Exchangers Based on Synthetic or Natural Polymers in Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ecuador: Polymer Ion-Exchangers Market 2025

Polymer Ion-Exchangers Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian polymer ion-exchangers market declined remarkably to $X in 2021, waning by -38.2% 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, showed strong growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

Polymer Ion-Exchangers Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, overseas shipments of ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 173% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, polymer ion-exchangers exports shrank significantly to $X in 2021. In general, exports enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 137%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Colombia stood at +44.3%.

In value terms, Colombia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Colombia stood at +15.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average polymer ion-exchangers export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -47.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a sharp curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 10%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Colombia amounted to -19.8% per year.

Polymer Ion-Exchangers Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, the amount of ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms imported into Ecuador shrank notably to X tons, waning by -37.4% against the previous year. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 470% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, polymer ion-exchangers imports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 457%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest polymer ion-exchangers supplier to Ecuador, with a 62% share of total imports. Moreover, polymer ion-exchangers imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), threefold. Mexico (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 6.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to +21.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+27.1% per year) and Mexico (+13.3% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms to Ecuador, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Colombia, with a 6.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States amounted to +16.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+18.5% per year) and Colombia (+5.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average polymer ion-exchangers import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average import price increased by 20%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat 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 South Korea ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+4.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms in the world?

The country with the largest volume of polymer ion-exchangers consumption was China, accounting for 28% of total volume. Moreover, polymer ion-exchangers consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 9.4% share.

What are the largest producers of ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of polymer ion-exchangers production, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, polymer ion-exchangers production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms to Ecuador?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of polymer ion-exchangers to Ecuador, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Colombia, with a 6.2% share.

What are the leading importers of ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms from Ecuador?

In value terms, Colombia remains the key foreign market for polymer ion-exchangers exports from Ecuador.

What is the average export price for ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms in Ecuador?

The average polymer ion-exchangers export price stood at $2,011 per ton in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers in primary forms in Ecuador?

In 2021, the average polymer ion-exchangers import price amounted to $2,533 per ton, declining by -5.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polymer ion-exchangers 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 20165970 - Ion-exchangers based on synthetic or natural polymers, in primary forms

Country coverage:

Ecuador

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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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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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