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Italy: Toluene Market 2024

Toluene Market Size in Italy

The Italian toluene market declined to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -10.8% against the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Toluene Production in Italy

In value terms, toluene production rose rapidly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by 22%. Toluene production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Toluene Exports

Exports from Italy

In 2021, overseas shipments of toluene were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, exports recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 485% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, toluene exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports enjoyed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 265% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) were the main destinations of toluene exports from Italy, with a combined 88% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +135.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for toluene exported from Italy were the Netherlands ($X), Belgium ($X) and Turkey ($X), with a combined 90% share of total exports.

Belgium, with a CAGR of +119.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average toluene export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 49% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a deep reduction. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (-6.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Toluene Imports

Imports into Italy

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of toluene, when their volume decreased by -5.4% to X tons. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 61% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, toluene imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 38%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Slovakia (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of toluene imports to Italy, with a combined 75% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +34.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Slovakia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of toluene to Italy, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Slovakia amounted to -1.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+20.1% per year) and Spain (-8.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average toluene import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 45% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a pronounced setback. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Slovakia ($X per ton) and the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) and the Czech Republic ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovakia (-3.1%), 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 toluene in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 48% of global consumption. Japan, Taiwan Chinese), Brazil, Germany, Russia, the UK, Italy, South Korea, Iran and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of toluene in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Japan, together comprising 44% of global production. These countries were followed by India, Germany, Brazil, Taiwan Chinese), Thailand, Russia, the UK, Italy, Singapore and Spain, which together accounted for a further 33%.

What are the leading suppliers of toluene to Italy?

In value terms, Slovakia constituted the largest supplier of toluene to Italy, comprising 43% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 14% share.

What are the leading importers of toluene from Italy?

In value terms, the largest markets for toluene exported from Italy were the Netherlands, Belgium and Turkey, together comprising 90% of total exports.

What is the average export price for toluene in Italy?

The average toluene export price stood at $677 per ton in 2021, jumping by 51% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for toluene in Italy?

In 2021, the average toluene import price amounted to $810 per ton, increasing by 44% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the toluene market in Italy. 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 20141225 - Toluene

Country coverage:

Italy

Data coverage:

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