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Northern America: Market for Organic Surface Active Agents 2025

Market Size for Organic Surface Active Agents in Northern America

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was decline in the North American organic surface active agent market, when its value decreased by -2% to $X. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Production of Organic Surface Active Agents in Northern America

In value terms, organic surface active agent production shrank to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 18%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

Exports of Organic Surface Active Agents

Exports in Northern America

In 2021, overseas shipments of organic surface active agents increased by 2.2% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after five years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 8.6% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, organic surface active agent exports expanded notably to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States dominates exports structure, amounting to X tons, which was near 96% of total exports in 2021. Canada (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

The United States was also the fastest-growing in terms of the organic surface active agents exports, with a CAGR of -1.7% from 2012 to 2021. Canada (-7.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of the United States increased by +2.8 percentage points.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest organic surface active agent supplier in Northern America, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 2.7% share of total exports.

In the United States, organic surface active agent exports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 12% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.5%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Canada totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+1.5%).

Imports of Organic Surface Active Agents

Imports in Northern America

Organic surface active agent imports dropped slightly to X tons in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. In general, imports, however, showed a mild increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 5.8% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, organic surface active agent imports rose significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The United States was the main importer of organic surface active agents in Northern America, with the volume of imports accounting for X tons, which was near 62% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), committing a 38% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +2.6%).

In value terms, the largest organic surface active agent importing markets in Northern America were the United States ($X) and Canada ($X).

The United States, with a CAGR of +1.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the United States totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+0.8%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for organic surface active agent in Northern America. 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 20412020 - Anionic surface-active agents (excluding soap)
Prodcom 20412030 - Cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap)
Prodcom 20412050 - Non-ionic surface-active agents (excluding soap)
Prodcom 20412090 - Organic surface-active agents (excluding soap, anionic, c ationic, non-ionic)

Country coverage:

Bermuda
Canada
Greenland
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Northern America, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Northern America
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
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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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bermuda
- Canada
- Greenland
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- United States
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024