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GCC: Aromatic Alcohols Market 2024

Aromatic Alcohols Market Size in GCC

In 2021, the GCC aromatic alcohols market decreased by -7.3% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption showed a perceptible setback. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Aromatic Alcohols Production in GCC

In value terms, aromatic alcohols production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 49%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Aromatic Alcohols Exports

Exports in GCC

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of aromatic alcohols and their derivatives increased by 11% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 49% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, aromatic alcohols exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 51%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from Saudi Arabia (X tons), together accounting for 100% of total export.

Saudi Arabia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the aromatic alcohols and their derivatives exports, with a CAGR of -13.9% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) also remains the largest aromatic alcohols supplier in GCC.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Saudi Arabia stood at -6.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 7.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the export price increased by 110%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Saudi Arabia amounted to +8.8% per year.

Aromatic Alcohols Imports

Imports in GCC

In 2021, aromatic alcohols imports in GCC soared to X tons, rising by 30% compared with the year before. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 88% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, aromatic alcohols imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a mild curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 125% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) represented the major importer of aromatic alcohols and their derivatives, generating 82% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Bahrain (X tons), constituting a 16% share of total imports.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the aromatic alcohols and their derivatives imports, with a CAGR of +2.3% from 2012 to 2021. Bahrain (-14.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The United Arab Emirates (+36 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Bahrain saw its share reduced by -31.2% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, the largest aromatic alcohols importing markets in GCC were the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Bahrain ($X).

Among the main importing countries, Bahrain, with a CAGR of +16.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 28% against the previous year. Import price indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 56%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bahrain (+36.3%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aromatic alcohols market in GCC. 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 20142375 - Aromatic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, n itrated or nitrosated derivatives

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in GCC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023