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Myanmar: Caustic Soda Market 2025

Caustic Soda Market Size in Myanmar

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in the Myanmar's caustic soda market, when its value decreased by -12.6% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, enjoyed a buoyant expansion. Caustic soda consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Caustic Soda Exports

Exports from Myanmar

In 2020, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas shipments of caustic soda, when their volume decreased by 0% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant expansion. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2018. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, caustic soda exports amounted to $X in 2020. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2018. The exports peaked in 2020 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Lao People's Democratic Republic (X tons) was the main destination for caustic soda exports from Myanmar, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2017 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Lao People's Democratic Republic was relatively modest.

From 2017 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Lao People's Democratic Republic was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average caustic soda export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price decreased by 99.9%. The export price peaked in 2020 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Lao People's Democratic Republic.

From 2017 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Lao People's Democratic Republic amounted to 0.0% per year.

Caustic Soda Imports

Imports into Myanmar

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of caustic soda, when their volume decreased by -14.9% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 83%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, caustic soda imports dropped to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 58%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of caustic soda imports to Myanmar, together comprising 78% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +69.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), Bangladesh ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest caustic soda suppliers to Myanmar, together comprising 79% of total imports.

India, with a CAGR of +61.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average caustic soda import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 3.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a noticeable shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Iran (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for caustic soda in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, with a combined 47% share of global consumption. Brazil, South Korea, Germany, Indonesia, the UK, Japan, Egypt and Taiwan Chinese) lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of caustic soda in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, with a combined 56% share of global production. These countries were followed by South Korea, Japan, Germany, Indonesia, Brazil, the UK, Russia, Egypt, Belgium and Iran, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of caustic soda to Myanmar?

In value terms, the largest caustic soda suppliers to Myanmar were Bangladesh, India and Thailand, together comprising 78% of total imports.

What is the average export price for caustic soda in Myanmar?

The average caustic soda export price stood at $240 per ton in 2020, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for caustic soda in Myanmar?

In 2021, the average caustic soda import price amounted to $351 per ton, picking up by 5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda market in Myanmar. 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 20132525 - Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), solid
Prodcom 20132527 - Sodium hydroxide in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)

Country coverage:

Myanmar

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Myanmar
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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