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Germany - Vinyl Chloride (Chloroethylene) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Germany: Vinyl Chloride Market 2024

Vinyl Chloride Market Size in Germany

After three years of growth, the German vinyl chloride market decreased by X% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a perceptible reduction. Vinyl chloride consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Vinyl Chloride Production in Germany

In value terms, vinyl chloride production soared to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, posted a perceptible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X%. Vinyl chloride production peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Vinyl Chloride Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2022, shipments abroad of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports recorded buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, vinyl chloride exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports posted buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for vinyl chloride exports from Germany, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, vinyl chloride exports to France exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Belgium (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France amounted to X%.

In value terms, France ($X) remains the key foreign market for vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) exports from Germany, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France stood at X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average vinyl chloride export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Vietnam (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Vinyl Chloride Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2022, overseas purchases of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, imports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, vinyl chloride imports shrank significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Belgium (X tons) was the main supplier of vinyl chloride to Germany, with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by France (X tons), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Belgium totaled X%.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) constituted the largest supplier of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) to Germany, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Belgium amounted to X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average vinyl chloride import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a slight downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Indonesia, China and Norway, together accounting for 33% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Japan and Indonesia, together comprising 53% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) to Germany?

In value terms, Belgium, Saudi Arabia and the United States appeared to be the largest vinyl chloride suppliers to Germany, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) from Germany?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for vinyl chloride exports from Germany, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 7.6% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 6.1% share.

What is the average export price for vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) in Germany?

The average vinyl chloride export price stood at $747 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 21% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) in Germany?

In 2021, the average vinyl chloride import price amounted to $983 per ton, rising by 94% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the vinyl chloride 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 20141371 - Vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)

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