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Kuwait: Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Market 2024

Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Market Size in Kuwait

In 2022, the Kuwaiti potassium sulphate (SOP) market increased by 7.6% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. In general, consumption continues to indicate prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was decline in overseas shipments of potassium sulphate (SOP), when their volume decreased by 0% to X tons. Overall, exports showed a abrupt downturn. The smallest decline of -68.8% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, potassium sulphate (SOP) exports totaled $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The smallest decline of -77.1% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for potassium sulphate (SOP) exports from Kuwait, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Turkey was relatively modest.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Turkey was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average potassium sulphate (SOP) export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a perceptible setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price decreased by -26.7%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2018 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Zambia amounted to -28.6% per year.

Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2022, supplies from abroad of potassium sulphate (SOP) increased by 51% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 184% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, potassium sulphate (SOP) imports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 265%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Egypt (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of potassium sulphate (SOP) to Kuwait, accounting for a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, potassium sulphate (SOP) imports from Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Belgium (X tons), eightfold. Chile (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Egypt amounted to +61.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (+7.2% per year) and Chile (+1.6% per year).

In value terms, Egypt ($X) constituted the largest supplier of potassium sulphate (SOP) to Kuwait, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Egypt amounted to +68.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (+5.3% per year) and Chile (+2.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average potassium sulphate (SOP) import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -48.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 37%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+11.9%), 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 potassium sulphate (sop) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of potassium sulphate sop) consumption in 2021 were the United States, Finland and Chile, together comprising 33% of global consumption. Taiwan Chinese), South Africa, Pakistan, Norway, France, Peru, Iran, Mexico, the Netherlands and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

What are the largest producers of potassium sulphate (sop) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of potassium sulphate sop) production in 2021 were the United States, Germany and Finland, together accounting for 49% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of potassium sulphate (sop) to Kuwait?

In value terms, Jordan, Belgium and Egypt appeared to be the largest potassium sulphate sop) suppliers to Kuwait, together accounting for 82% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of potassium sulphate (sop) from Kuwait?

In value terms, Zambia remains the key foreign market for potassium sulphate sop) exports from Kuwait.

What is the average export price for potassium sulphate (sop) in Kuwait?

In 2019, the average potassium sulphate sop) export price amounted to $729 per ton, waning by -36.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for potassium sulphate (sop) in Kuwait?

The average potassium sulphate sop) import price stood at $585 per ton in 2021, waning by -13.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potassium sulphate (sop) market in Kuwait. 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:

FCL 4017 -

Country coverage:

Kuwait

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
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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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
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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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