Nigeria - Polystyrene, in Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Polystyrene Market Size in Nigeria
The Nigerien polystyrene market soared to $X in 2022, surging by 23% 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 prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Polystyrene Exports
Exports from Nigeria
In 2022, the amount of polystyrene exported from Nigeria shrank rapidly to X tons, declining by -49.4% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 572% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, polystyrene exports declined dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 845%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
Malaysia (X tons) and Ghana (X tons) were the main destinations of polystyrene exports from Nigeria.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Ghana (with a CAGR of -0.3%).
In value terms, Malaysia ($X) and Ghana ($X) constituted the largest markets for polystyrene exported from Nigeria worldwide.
Among the main countries of destination, Ghana, with a CAGR of +8.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review.
Export Prices by Country
The average polystyrene export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -8.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 71% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Ghana ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia stood at $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (+68.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Polystyrene Imports
Imports into Nigeria
In 2022, the amount of polystyrene imported into Nigeria rose notably to X tons, with an increase of 6.7% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 93% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, polystyrene imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 95% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.
Imports by Country
China (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main suppliers of polystyrene imports to Nigeria, with a combined 51% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +43.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, China ($X), India ($X) and South Korea ($X) were the largest polystyrene suppliers to Nigeria, together accounting for 49% of total imports. Taiwan (Chinese), Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Hong Kong SAR, the United States, Brazil and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.
Among the main suppliers, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of +50.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The average polystyrene import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 23% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, polystyrene import price increased by +119.0% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 72%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+7.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polystyrene market in Nigeria. 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 20162035 - Expansible polystyrene, in primary forms
- Prodcom 20162039 - Polystyrene, in primary forms (excluding expansible polystyrene)
Country coverage:
- Nigeria
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Nigeria
- 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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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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