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Oman: Benzoic Acid Market 2024

Benzoic Acid Market Size in Oman

The Omani benzoic acid market declined markedly to $X in 2021, which is down by -16.1% against the previous year. Overall, the total consumption indicated a slight increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +27.2% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Benzoic Acid Production in Oman

In value terms, benzoic acid production contracted dramatically to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a modest increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +25.8% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

Benzoic Acid Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2021, the amount of benzoic acid, its salts and esters exported from Oman totaled less than X kg, remaining constant against 2020. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, benzoic acid exports totaled less than $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Benzoic Acid Imports

Imports into Oman

In 2021, approx. X tons of benzoic acid, its salts and esters were imported into Oman; increasing by 5.5% on the year before. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a modest expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 208%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, benzoic acid imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a mild expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 256%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of benzoic acid to Oman, with a 79% share of total imports. Moreover, benzoic acid imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Ireland (X tons), sixfold. The UK (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United Arab Emirates stood at +9.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ireland (-9.7% per year) and the UK (+12.1% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of benzoic acid, its salts and esters to Oman, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Ireland ($X), with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 1.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates stood at +12.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ireland (-14.6% per year) and the UK (-5.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average benzoic acid import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 29%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+6.8%), 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 benzoic acid, its salts and esters in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of benzoic acid consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 48% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Japan, Germany, Indonesia, Mexico, Turkey, South Korea, Canada, Brazil, Saudi Arabia and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of benzoic acid, its salts and esters in the world?

The country with the largest volume of benzoic acid production was China, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, benzoic acid production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Netherlands, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of benzoic acid, its salts and esters to Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of benzoic acid to Oman, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ireland, with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 6.5% share.

What is the average import price for benzoic acid, its salts and esters in Oman?

The average benzoic acid import price stood at $2,545 per ton in 2021, waning by -9.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the benzoic acid market in Oman. 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 20143363 - Benzoic acid, its salts and esters

Country coverage:

Oman

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Oman
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
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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