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Germany: Silicone Market 2024

Silicone Market Size in Germany

In 2021, the German silicone market increased by 13% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Silicone Production in Germany

In value terms, silicone production expanded significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 14%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Silicone Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2021, approx. less than X kg of silicones (in primary forms) were exported from Germany; remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, silicone exports totaled less than $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Silicone Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2021, purchases abroad of silicones (in primary forms) increased by 13% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 14%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, silicone imports surged to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Belgium (X tons), France (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of silicone imports to Germany, together comprising 58% of total imports. The UK, China, the United States, the Czech Republic, Spain and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +26.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Belgium ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and France ($X) appeared to be the largest silicone suppliers to Germany, with a combined 58% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the UK, China, the United States, the Czech Republic, Italy and Spain, which together accounted for a further 32%.

Among the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of +30.8%, saw 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 silicone import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+6.2%), 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 silicones (in primary forms) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, China and the United States, with a combined 36% share of global consumption. South Korea, India, Japan, Turkey, the UK, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico, Belgium and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.

What are the largest producers of silicones (in primary forms) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Germany and the United States, with a combined 51% share of global production. These countries were followed by Japan, South Korea, India, the UK, Turkey, Indonesia, Thailand, Brazil, Mexico and Ecuador, which together accounted for a further 38%.

What are the leading suppliers of silicones (in primary forms) to Germany?

In value terms, Belgium, the Netherlands and France constituted the largest silicone suppliers to Germany, with a combined 57% share of total imports. The UK, China, the United States and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the leading importers of silicones (in primary forms) from Germany?

In value terms, the United States, Italy and the UK constituted the largest markets for silicone exported from Germany worldwide, with a combined 36% share of total exports. The Netherlands, India, Turkey, Belgium, Spain, Poland, the Czech Republic and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

What is the average export price for silicones (in primary forms) in Germany?

The average silicone export price stood at $5,367 per ton in 2021, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for silicones (in primary forms) in Germany?

The average silicone import price stood at $6,579 per ton in 2021, picking up by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silicone market in Germany. 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 20165700 - Silicones, in primary forms

Country coverage:

Germany

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Germany
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