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Iran: Ethanol Market 2025

Ethanol Market Size in Iran

The Iranian ethanol market expanded to $X in 2022, increasing by 1.9% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Ethanol consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Ethanol Production in Iran

In value terms, ethanol production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 31%. Ethanol production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Ethanol Exports

Exports from Iran

Ethanol exports from Iran shrank modestly to X litres in 2022, which is down by -4.8% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 168% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X litres in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ethanol exports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 136% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X litres) was the main destination for ethanol exports from Iran, accounting for a 91% share of total exports. Moreover, ethanol exports to Turkey exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Georgia (X litres), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Turkey stood at -10.2%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) remains the key foreign market for ethyl alcohol exports from Iran, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Georgia ($X), with a 15% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Turkey stood at -10.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average ethanol export price stood at $X per litre in 2022, increasing by 5.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Georgia ($X per litre), while the average price for exports to Turkey stood at $X per litre.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Georgia (+5.8%).

Ethanol Imports

Imports into Iran

After two years of growth, overseas purchases of ethyl alcohol decreased by -24.3% to X litres in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 1,191%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X litres. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ethanol imports dropped modestly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 355%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Armenia (X litres), the United Arab Emirates (X litres) and the UK (X litres) were the main suppliers of ethanol imports to Iran, together accounting for 94% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Armenia (with a CAGR of +86.9%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ethanol suppliers to Iran were the United Arab Emirates ($X), Turkey ($X) and the UK ($X), with a combined 92% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Turkey, with a CAGR of +26.8%, 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 ethanol import price stood at $X per litre in 2022, jumping by 28% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 116% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per litre. From 2016 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per litre), while the price for Armenia ($X per litre) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+14.7%), 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 ethyl alcohol in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of ethanol consumption in 2021 were Brazil, the United States and China, together accounting for 66% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Canada, Pakistan and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 10%.

What are the largest producers of ethyl alcohol in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of ethanol production in 2021 were Brazil, the United States and China, together comprising 75% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of ethyl alcohol to Iran?

In value terms, India, the United Arab Emirates and Belarus were the largest ethanol suppliers to Iran, together accounting for 98% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ethyl alcohol from Iran?

In value terms, Turkey remains the key foreign market for ethanol exports from Iran, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Georgia, with a 3.6% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for ethyl alcohol in Iran?

The average ethanol export price stood at $839 per ton in 2021, waning by -3.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ethyl alcohol in Iran?

The average ethanol import price stood at $1,185 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -6.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethanol market in Iran. 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 20147400 - Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume. .80 % (important: excluding alcohol duty)
Prodcom 20147500 - Denatured ethyl alcohol and other denatured spirits, of any strength

Country coverage:

Iran

Data coverage:

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