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Pakistan - D-Glucitol (Sorbitol) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Pakistan: Sorbitol Market 2024

Sorbitol Market Size in Pakistan

The Pakistani sorbitol market declined modestly to $X in 2022, shrinking by X% 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). Overall, the total consumption indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Sorbitol Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2018, the amount of d-glucitol (sorbitol) exported from Pakistan was estimated at X kg, approximately equating 2017 figures. Overall, exports faced a dramatic descent. The smallest decline of X% was in 2014. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sorbitol exports amounted to $X in 2018. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant decline. The smallest decline of X% was in 2014. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X kg) was the main destination for sorbitol exports from Pakistan, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of volume to Tanzania was relatively modest.

From 2013 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value to Tanzania was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average sorbitol export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price decreased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2018 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Tanzania.

From 2013 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tanzania amounted to X% per year.

Sorbitol Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, imports of d-glucitol (sorbitol) into Pakistan rose markedly to X tons, increasing by X% against 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sorbitol imports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of sorbitol imports to Pakistan, together comprising X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of d-glucitol (sorbitol) to Pakistan, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Indonesia ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Indonesia (X% per year) and Germany (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sorbitol import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, enjoyed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Germany ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) and Indonesia ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (X%), 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 d-glucitol (sorbitol) in the world?

China remains the largest sorbitol consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, sorbitol consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.5% share.

What are the largest producers of d-glucitol (sorbitol) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sorbitol production was China, comprising approx. 33% of total volume. Moreover, sorbitol production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of d-glucitol (sorbitol) to Pakistan?

In value terms, France, China and Egypt constituted the largest sorbitol suppliers to Pakistan, together accounting for 82% of total imports.

What is the average export price for d-glucitol (sorbitol) in Pakistan?

In 2020, the average sorbitol export price amounted to $336 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for d-glucitol (sorbitol) in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average sorbitol import price amounted to $1,619 per ton, increasing by 129% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sorbitol market in Pakistan. 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 20142333 - D-glucitol (sorbitol)

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

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