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Egypt: Crude Glycerol Market 2024

Crude Glycerol Market Size in Egypt

In 2021, the Egyptian crude glycerol market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, consumption enjoyed a resilient expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Crude Glycerol Production in Egypt

In value terms, crude glycerol production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 78%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Crude Glycerol Exports

Exports from Egypt

Crude glycerol exports from Egypt dropped remarkably to X tons in 2021, with a decrease of -16.3% compared with 2020. Overall, exports, however, recorded strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 728% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

In value terms, crude glycerol exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a mild expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 106%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Libya (X tons) was the main destination for crude glycerol exports from Egypt, with a 71% share of total exports. Moreover, crude glycerol exports to Libya exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Tunisia (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Libya totaled +50.9%.

In value terms, Libya ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes exports from Egypt, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tunisia ($X), with a 19% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Libya totaled +31.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average crude glycerol export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 86% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Libya ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tunisia stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sudan (-1.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Crude Glycerol Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, the amount of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes imported into Egypt shrank markedly to X tons, falling by -69.7% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 594% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then dropped notably in the following year.

In value terms, crude glycerol imports declined significantly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 275% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and Greece (X tons) were the main suppliers of crude glycerol imports to Egypt, with a combined 81% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Indonesia (with a CAGR of +69.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Brazil ($X), Indonesia ($X) and Greece ($X) constituted the largest crude glycerol suppliers to Egypt, together accounting for 81% of total imports.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of +44.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average crude glycerol import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 58% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a slight contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 256% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (-8.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of crude glycerol consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 27% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Brazil, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mexico, the UK and the Netherlands, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of crude glycerol production in 2020 were Indonesia, the United States and Brazil, with a combined 22% share of global production. India, Germany, China, Japan, Spain, Pakistan, France, Bangladesh, Nigeria and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes to Egypt?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of crude glycerol to Egypt, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 3.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes from Egypt?

In value terms, Tunisia remains the key foreign market for crude glycerol exports from Egypt, comprising 58% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Lebanon, with a 26% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes in Egypt?

In 2020, the average crude glycerol export price amounted to $477 per ton, dropping by -49% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes in Egypt?

The average crude glycerol import price stood at $580 per ton in 2020, growing by 4.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the crude glycerol 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 20411000 - Glycerol (glycerine), crude, glycerol waters and glycerol lyes

Country coverage:

Egypt

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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 Egypt
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
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
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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 2012–2023
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