Poland: Market for Dibutyl And Dioctyl Orthophthalates Other Esters Of Orthophthalic Acid 2024

Market Size for Dibutyl And Dioctyl Orthophthalates Other Esters Of Orthophthalic Acid in Poland

In 2022, the Polish market for dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid decreased by -19.7% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption faced a sharp shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Dibutyl And Dioctyl Orthophthalates Other Esters Of Orthophthalic Acid in Poland

In value terms, production of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid reduced dramatically to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a significant decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 16%. Over the period under review, production of attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Dibutyl And Dioctyl Orthophthalates Other Esters Of Orthophthalic Acid

Exports from Poland

Exports of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid from Poland shrank remarkably to X tons in 2022, waning by -33.2% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports showed a dramatic contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 9.7% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, exports of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a precipitous descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 79%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Ukraine (X tons) was the main destination for exports of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid from Poland, accounting for a 81% share of total exports. Moreover, exports of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid to Ukraine exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Russia (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Ukraine stood at -16.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Russia (+16.3% per year) and Germany (-76.8% per year).

In value terms, Ukraine ($X) remains the key foreign market for dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid exports from Poland, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($X), with a 19% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Ukraine totaled -15.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Russia (+15.1% per year) and Germany (-71.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 11% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, export price for dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid increased by +80.7% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Romania (+22.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Dibutyl And Dioctyl Orthophthalates Other Esters Of Orthophthalic Acid

Imports into Poland

In 2022, the amount of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid imported into Poland fell rapidly to X tons, which is down by -29.3% against the previous year. Overall, imports recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 88%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid dropped to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 73% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Italy (X tons), China (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid to Poland, together comprising 81% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +95.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid to Poland, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 23% share of total imports. It was followed by Sweden, with a 7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Italy stood at +2.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+102.9% per year) and Sweden (-14.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for dibutyl and dioctyl orthophthalates other esters of orthophthalic acid stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 25% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a tangible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 72% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ireland (+5.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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