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Ireland - Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ireland: Dichloromethane Market 2024

Dichloromethane Market Size in Ireland

The Irish dichloromethane market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, rising by 22% 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 recorded a perceptible shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Dichloromethane Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, after four years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of dichloromethane (methylene chloride), when their volume increased by 93% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, showed a slight setback. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dichloromethane exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 85%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for dichloromethane exports from Ireland, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK stood at +8.5%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) also remains the key foreign market for dichloromethane (methylene chloride) exports from Ireland.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK stood at +8.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average dichloromethane export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -36.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a modest expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 55%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to +0.4% per year.

Dichloromethane Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2021, overseas purchases of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) decreased by -2.8% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 39%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dichloromethane imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a mild contraction. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest dichloromethane supplier to Ireland, with a 65% share of total imports. Moreover, dichloromethane imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X tons), threefold. France (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 7.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany stood at +29.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-22.8% per year) and France (+53.6% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) to Ireland, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with a 26% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with an 8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany amounted to +26.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-11.9% per year) and France (+34.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dichloromethane import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 39% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +8.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, dichloromethane import price increased by +75.4% against 2015 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average import price increased by 44%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($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 UK (+14.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dichloromethane (methylene chloride) in the world?

China remains the largest dichloromethane consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, dichloromethane consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 9.8% share.

What are the largest producers of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) in the world?

China remains the largest dichloromethane producing country worldwide, accounting for 44% of total volume. Moreover, dichloromethane production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) to Ireland?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of dichloromethane to Ireland, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 26% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with an 8% share.

What are the leading importers of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for dichloromethane exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for dichloromethane (methylene chloride) in Ireland?

The average dichloromethane export price stood at $2,143 per ton in 2021, increasing by 50% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dichloromethane (methylene chloride) in Ireland?

The average dichloromethane import price stood at $1,296 per ton in 2021, picking up by 39% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dichloromethane market in Ireland. 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 20141315 - Dichloromethane (methylene chloride)

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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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