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Ghana: Market for Butanols (Excluding Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol)) 2025

Market Size for Butanols (Excluding Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol)) in Ghana

The Ghanian market for butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) contracted slightly to $X in 2022, waning by -3.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Butanols (Excluding Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol)) in Ghana

In value terms, butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 137%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Butanols (Excluding Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol))

Exports from Ghana

In 2020, exports of butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) from Ghana stood at X tons, approximately reflecting 2019. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2020 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) exports stood at $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports saw a prominent increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Togo (X tons) was the main destination for butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) exports from Ghana, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Togo stood at +36.4%.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Togo amounted to +20.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) stood at $X per ton in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 a decrease of 99.9%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2013 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Togo amounted to -11.8% per year.

Imports of Butanols (Excluding Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol))

Imports into Ghana

In 2022, overseas purchases of butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) increased by 121% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a perceptible decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 1,662%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 1,117% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) were the main suppliers of butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) imports to Ghana, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +17.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) suppliers to Ghana were the Netherlands ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with a combined 88% share of total imports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +14.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -28.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 43%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+11.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, South Korea and India, together accounting for 40% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Malaysia and the United States, together comprising 37% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) to Ghana?

In value terms, the largest butanols excluding butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol)) suppliers to Ghana were South Africa, Russia and the Netherlands, with a combined 83% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) in Ghana?

The average export price for butanols excluding butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol)) stood at $262 per ton in 2020, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) in Ghana?

In 2021, the average import price for butanols excluding butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol)) amounted to $1,412 per ton, increasing by 3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)) in Ghana. 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 20142240 - Butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol))

Country coverage:

Ghana

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ghana
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024