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Oman: Natural Polymers Market 2024

Natural Polymers Market Size in Oman

In 2021, the Omani natural polymers market decreased by -7.3% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, consumption showed a pronounced shrinkage. Natural polymers consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Natural Polymers Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2021, natural polymers exports from Oman dropped dramatically to X tons, shrinking by -43.2% against 2020. Overall, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 434%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, natural polymers exports declined significantly to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 389% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons) was the main destination for natural polymers exports from Oman, with a 48% share of total exports. Moreover, natural polymers exports to Qatar exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Kuwait (X tons), twofold. Egypt (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Qatar amounted to +21.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Kuwait (+92.0% per year) and Egypt (+20.9% per year).

In value terms, Qatar ($X), Kuwait ($X) and Pakistan ($X) constituted the largest markets for natural polymers exported from Oman worldwide, with a combined 87% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Kuwait, with a CAGR of +55.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average natural polymers export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate slight growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 236% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kuwait ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Egypt ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Qatar (+2.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Natural Polymers Imports

Imports into Oman

In 2021, approx. X tons of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms were imported into Oman; declining by -20.1% on the previous year. In general, imports recorded a noticeable slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 21%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, natural polymers imports reduced modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 42%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) were the main suppliers of natural polymers imports to Oman, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Singapore (with a CAGR of +54.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, China ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Singapore ($X) were the largest natural polymers suppliers to Oman, with a combined 89% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Singapore, with a CAGR of +17.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average natural polymers import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 25% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a mild descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 40%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 ($X per ton), while the price for Singapore ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+0.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Italy and the United States, together comprising 42% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms in the world?

China remains the largest natural polymers producing country worldwide, accounting for 32% of total volume. Moreover, natural polymers production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms to Oman?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of natural polymers to Oman, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 19% share.

What are the leading importers of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms from Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for natural polymers exports from Oman.

What is the average export price for natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms in Oman?

The average natural polymers export price stood at $4,445 per ton in 2021, increasing by 8.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms in Oman?

In 2021, the average natural polymers import price amounted to $2,152 per ton, shrinking by -3.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural polymers 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 20165960 - Natural and modified natural polymers, in primary forms (including alginic acid, hardened proteins, chemical derivatives of natural rubber)

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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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