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Egypt: Polyurethanes Market 2024

Polyurethanes Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian polyurethanes market fell to $X in 2021, which is down by -11% 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). In general, consumption saw a abrupt decline. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Polyurethanes Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, overseas shipments of polyurethanes in primary forms decreased by -99.7% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports recorded a sharp curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 968% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, polyurethanes exports reduced rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a precipitous decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 3,331% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Ethiopia (X tons), Algeria (X tons) and Nigeria (X tons) were the main destinations of polyurethanes exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Uganda (with a CAGR of +58.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for polyurethanes exported from Egypt were Algeria ($X), Ethiopia ($X) and Nigeria ($X).

Uganda, with a CAGR of +31.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average polyurethanes export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 221%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Dominican Republic ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Uganda ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Nigeria (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polyurethanes Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, the amount of polyurethanes in primary forms imported into Egypt dropped to X tons, reducing by -14.2% against the previous year. Overall, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 38% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, polyurethanes imports reduced modestly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 2.1%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), Italy (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of polyurethanes imports to Egypt, with a combined 49% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Turkey, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Belgium, Switzerland, the United States, Thailand, South Korea and the Netherlands, which together accounted for a further 40%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Thailand (with a CAGR of +40.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Spain ($X), Italy ($X) and China ($X) were the largest polyurethanes suppliers to Egypt, together comprising 52% of total imports. Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Thailand, South Korea, the Netherlands and Kuwait lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Thailand, with a CAGR of +68.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average polyurethanes import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 63%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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 Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for Kuwait ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (+20.5%), 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 polyurethanes in primary forms in the world?

The country with the largest volume of polyurethanes consumption was China, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, polyurethanes 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 an 8.2% share.

What are the largest producers of polyurethanes in primary forms in the world?

China remains the largest polyurethanes producing country worldwide, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, polyurethanes production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Belgium ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of polyurethanes in primary forms to Egypt?

In value terms, Spain, Italy and China appeared to be the largest polyurethanes suppliers to Egypt, together comprising 64% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of polyurethanes in primary forms from Egypt?

In value terms, Morocco $47) remains the key foreign market for polyurethanes exports from Egypt.

What is the average export price for polyurethanes in primary forms in Egypt?

The average polyurethanes export price stood at $4,273 per ton in 2021, growing by 75% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polyurethanes in primary forms in Egypt?

In 2021, the average polyurethanes import price amounted to $2,625 per ton, rising by 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polyurethanes 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 20165670 - Polyurethanes, in primary forms

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