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Egypt: Octyl Alcohol Market 2024

Octyl Alcohol Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian octyl alcohol market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a deep setback. Octyl alcohol consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Octyl Alcohol Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2020, the amount of octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof exported from Egypt fell significantly to X tons, which is down by -32.8% compared with the year before. Overall, exports saw a significant decrease. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, octyl alcohol exports dropped dramatically to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a precipitous shrinkage. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

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

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Uganda was relatively modest.

In value terms, Uganda ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof exports from Egypt.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Uganda was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average octyl alcohol export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, surging by 1.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, 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 Uganda.

From 2013 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to -4.2% per year.

Octyl Alcohol Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, supplies from abroad of octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof increased by 114% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 248% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, octyl alcohol imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a deep contraction. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Saudi Arabia (X tons) constituted the largest octyl alcohol supplier to Egypt, with a 48% share of total imports. Moreover, octyl alcohol imports from Saudi Arabia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Sweden (X tons), threefold. Romania (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Saudi Arabia stood at -4.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Sweden (-0.2% per year) and Romania (+136.9% per year).

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof to Egypt, comprising 48% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Sweden ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Romania, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Saudi Arabia totaled -2.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Sweden (+2.1% per year) and Romania (+221.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average octyl alcohol import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, octyl alcohol import price increased by +70.8% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 40% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Romania ($X per ton) and India ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (+35.8%), 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 octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof in the world?

The country with the largest volume of octyl alcohol consumption was China, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, octyl alcohol consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.9% share.

What are the largest producers of octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 36% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof to Egypt?

In value terms, Romania constituted the largest supplier of octyl alcohol to Egypt, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Sweden, with a 27% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with an 11% share.

What is the average import price for octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof in Egypt?

In 2021, the average octyl alcohol import price amounted to $1,825 per ton, growing by 25% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the octyl alcohol 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 20142263 - Octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof

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

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