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Egypt: Ethylene Market 2024

Ethylene Market Size in Egypt

In 2021, after three years of decline, there was growth in the Egyptian ethylene market, when its value increased by 1.7% to $X. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Ethylene Production in Egypt

In value terms, ethylene production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 31% against the previous year. Ethylene production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Ethylene Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, the amount of ethylene exported from Egypt skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by 100% on the year before. Overall, exports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 287% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ethylene exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 214%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons) was the main destination for ethylene exports from Egypt, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Malaysia amounted to +22.3%.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for ethylene exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Malaysia totaled +24.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average ethylene export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 2.8% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 58% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 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 Malaysia.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malaysia amounted to +1.4% per year.

Ethylene Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, ethylene imports into Egypt fell to X tons, declining by -6% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted notable growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 1,090% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ethylene imports reduced sharply to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw slight growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 652% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main supplier of ethylene to Egypt, with a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, ethylene imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +99.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-26.2% per year) and the Netherlands (+23.4% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ethylene to Egypt, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with a 13% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +74.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-18.6% per year) and the Netherlands (+25.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average ethylene import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -40.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 43% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+10.3%), 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 ethylene in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of ethylene consumption, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, ethylene consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9% share.

What are the largest producers of ethylene in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ethylene production was China, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, ethylene production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ethylene to Egypt?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of ethylene to Egypt, comprising 40% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with an 18% share.

What are the leading importers of ethylene from Egypt?

In value terms, Malaysia remains the key foreign market for ethylene exports from Egypt.

What is the average export price for ethylene in Egypt?

In 2021, the average ethylene export price amounted to $2,288 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for ethylene in Egypt?

The average ethylene import price stood at $1,136 per ton in 2021, growing by 39% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethylene market in Egypt. 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 20141130 - Ethylene

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
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 2012–2023
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