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Pakistan - Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Pakistan: Methanol Market 2024

Methanol Market Size in Pakistan

In 2022, the Pakistani methanol market increased by 13% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. Methanol consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Methanol Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, overseas purchases of methanol (methyl alcohol) increased by 28% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. Overall, imports, however, faced a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 121% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, methanol imports dropped to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 99% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Saudi Arabia (X tons) was the main supplier of methanol to Pakistan, accounting for a 96% share of total imports. It was followed by Bahrain (X tons), with a 0.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Saudi Arabia totaled -7.6%.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of methanol (methyl alcohol) to Pakistan, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bahrain ($X), with a 0.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Saudi Arabia stood at +12.7%.

Import Prices by Country

The average methanol import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -23.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 263%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the price for Bahrain stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+22.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for methanol (methyl alcohol) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of methanol consumption, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, methanol consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 4.8% share.

What are the largest producers of methanol (methyl alcohol) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Saudi Arabia and Trinidad and Tobago, with a combined 29% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of methanol (methyl alcohol) to Pakistan?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia constituted the largest supplier of methanol to Pakistan.

What is the average import price for methanol (methyl alcohol) in Pakistan?

The average methanol import price stood at $2,844 per ton in 2021, falling by -10.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the methanol 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 20142210 - Methanol (methyl alcohol)

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