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Iraq - Methanal (Formaldehyde) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Iraq: Formaldehyde Market 2024

Formaldehyde Market Size in Iraq

The Iraqi formaldehyde market soared to $X in 2022, picking up by 24% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption enjoyed a significant expansion. Formaldehyde consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Formaldehyde Imports

Imports into Iraq

Formaldehyde imports into Iraq skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, rising by 22% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 338% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, formaldehyde imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 489%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons), Iran (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of formaldehyde imports to Iraq, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +63.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of formaldehyde to Iraq, comprising 53% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Iran ($X), with a 26% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 16% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Saudi Arabia stood at +50.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iran (+40.9% per year) and Spain (+27.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average formaldehyde import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 7.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 57% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kuwait (+36.1%), 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 formaldehyde in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 47% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of formaldehyde in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 47% share of global production. Japan, Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, Pakistan, Mexico, Italy, the Netherlands, Hungary and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of formaldehyde to Iraq?

In value terms, Iran constituted the largest supplier of formaldehyde to Iraq, comprising 37% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Greece, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Saudi Arabia, with a 13% share.

What is the average import price for formaldehyde in Iraq?

The average formaldehyde import price stood at $439 per ton in 2021, falling by -8.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the formaldehyde market in Iraq. 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 20146111 - Methanal (formaldehyde)

Country coverage:

Iraq

Data coverage:

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