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Malaysia: Sodium Carbonate Market 2024

Sodium Carbonate Market Size in Malaysia

The Malaysian sodium carbonate market dropped slightly to $X in 2022, which is down by -4.4% 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). Over the period under review, consumption posted a buoyant increase. Sodium carbonate consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sodium Carbonate Exports

Exports from Malaysia

In 2022, approx. X tons of sodium carbonate were exported from Malaysia; declining by -12.7% against 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 366% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sodium carbonate exports shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 247% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Myanmar (X tons), Singapore (X tons) and Iran (X tons) were the main destinations of sodium carbonate exports from Malaysia, together comprising 78% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Myanmar (with a CAGR of +53.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for sodium carbonate exported from Malaysia were Singapore ($X), Iran ($X) and Myanmar ($X), together accounting for 72% of total exports.

Myanmar, with a CAGR of +59.7%, recorded 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 sodium carbonate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -2.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a pronounced decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 37% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average 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 Bangladesh ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Myanmar ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Myanmar (+4.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sodium Carbonate Imports

Imports into Malaysia

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of sodium carbonate increased by 1.3% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 102% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sodium carbonate imports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 80% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest sodium carbonate supplier to Malaysia, with a 71% share of total imports. Moreover, sodium carbonate imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to +23.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+20.1% per year) and China (-11.6% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sodium carbonate to Malaysia, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Turkey ($X), with a 14% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States totaled +20.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+29.7% per year) and China (-9.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average sodium carbonate import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -6.9% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 16%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for China ($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 (+8.0%), 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 sodium carbonate in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 46% share of global consumption. Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Indonesia, Mexico, the UK, Brazil and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of sodium carbonate in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, together accounting for 57% of global production. Turkey, Russia, Japan, Pakistan, the UK, Bulgaria, Indonesia, Germany and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of sodium carbonate to Malaysia?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of sodium carbonate to Malaysia, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 20% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sodium carbonate from Malaysia?

In value terms, Singapore remains the key foreign market for sodium carbonate exports from Malaysia, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Bangladesh, with a 12% share.

What is the average export price for sodium carbonate in Malaysia?

The average sodium carbonate export price stood at $382 per ton in 2021, increasing by 44% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sodium carbonate in Malaysia?

In 2021, the average sodium carbonate import price amounted to $259 per ton, picking up by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sodium carbonate market in Malaysia. 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 20134310 - Disodium carbonate

Country coverage:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Malaysia
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
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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 2012–2023
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