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Egypt - Oxirane (Ethylene Oxide) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Egypt: Ethylene Oxide Market 2024

Ethylene Oxide Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, ethylene oxide exports from Egypt soared to X tons, jumping by 58% on 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 231%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ethylene oxide exports declined to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 268%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Lebanon (X tons) was the main destination for ethylene oxide exports from Egypt, with a 72% share of total exports. Moreover, ethylene oxide exports to Lebanon exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, South Africa (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Lebanon stood at +64.3%.

In value terms, Lebanon ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for oxirane (ethylene oxide) exports from Egypt, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Africa ($X), with a 28% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Lebanon stood at -19.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average ethylene oxide export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -40.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price increased by 186% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Lebanon ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Africa amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iraq (+32.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Ethylene Oxide Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, supplies from abroad of oxirane (ethylene oxide) decreased by -79.5% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 394% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ethylene oxide imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 392% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of ethylene oxide to Egypt, with a 71% share of total imports. Moreover, ethylene oxide imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Belgium (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Italy (X tons), with an 8.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +36.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (-5.6% per year) and Italy (+29.1% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of oxirane (ethylene oxide) to Egypt, comprising 67% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with an 8.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at +31.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (-2.5% per year) and Italy (+29.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average ethylene oxide import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 27% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a slight slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 148%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+9.5%), 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 oxirane (ethylene oxide) in the world?

Germany remains the largest ethylene oxide consuming country worldwide, accounting for 50% of total volume. Moreover, ethylene oxide consumption in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of oxirane (ethylene oxide) in the world?

Germany remains the largest ethylene oxide producing country worldwide, accounting for 67% of total volume. Moreover, ethylene oxide production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Netherlands, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of oxirane (ethylene oxide) to Egypt?

In value terms, Belgium constituted the largest supplier of ethylene oxide to Egypt, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 5.7% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 3% share.

What is the average export price for oxirane (ethylene oxide) in Egypt?

The average ethylene oxide export price stood at $8,692 per ton in 2020, picking up by 42% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for oxirane (ethylene oxide) in Egypt?

In 2020, the average ethylene oxide import price amounted to $2,710 per ton, with a decrease of -15.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethylene oxide 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 20146373 - Oxirane (ethylene oxide)

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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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