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Luxembourg: Lactam Market 2025

Lactam Market Size in Luxembourg

The Luxembourg lactam market fell slightly to $X in 2021, waning by -1.8% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Lactam consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

Lactam Production in Luxembourg

In value terms, lactam production declined modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated a slight expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +54.8% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 32%. Lactam production peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

Lactam Exports

Exports from Luxembourg

Lactam exports from Luxembourg expanded sharply to X kg in 2021, growing by 11% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 175%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lactam exports dropped to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 185% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X kg) was the main destination for lactam exports from Luxembourg, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany amounted to +20.2%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lactams from heterocyclic compounds exports from Luxembourg.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany stood at +19.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lactam export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -20.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, enjoyed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 507% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then fell significantly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Switzerland amounted to +5.9% per year.

Lactam Imports

Imports into Luxembourg

In 2021, purchases abroad of lactams from heterocyclic compounds increased by 38% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 1,303% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lactam imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 446%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest lactam supplier to Luxembourg, with a 87% share of total imports. Moreover, lactam imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Netherlands (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany stood at +4.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (-4.8% per year) and Belgium (+9.3% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lactams from heterocyclic compounds to Luxembourg, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 2.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany amounted to +11.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (-7.4% per year) and Belgium (+14.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average lactam import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 11% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 146% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Switzerland (+21.9%), 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 lactams from heterocyclic compounds in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Germany and the United States, with a combined 40% share of global consumption. India, Italy, Japan, Russia, Belarus, Spain, Brazil, Switzerland, Mexico and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.

What are the largest producers of lactams from heterocyclic compounds in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, the United States and Ireland, with a combined 33% share of global production. Belgium, Japan, China, Germany, India, the Netherlands, Belarus, Mexico, Spain and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 50%.

What are the leading suppliers of lactams from heterocyclic compounds to Luxembourg?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of lactam to Luxembourg, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 2.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lactams from heterocyclic compounds from Luxembourg?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for lactam exports from Luxembourg.

What is the average export price for lactams from heterocyclic compounds in Luxembourg?

The average lactam export price stood at $22,000 per ton in 2021, dropping by -24.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lactams from heterocyclic compounds in Luxembourg?

In 2021, the average lactam import price amounted to $15,381 per ton, growing by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lactam market in Luxembourg. 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.

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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 Luxembourg
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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