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Portugal: Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Market 2025

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Market Size in Portugal

The Portuguese methyl isobutyl ketone market declined dramatically to $X in 2022, waning by -32.9% 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, consumption continues to indicate a deep downturn. Methyl isobutyl ketone consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Exports

Exports from Portugal

After four years of growth, overseas shipments of X-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone) decreased by -2.4% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a perceptible setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 208%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, methyl isobutyl ketone exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 477%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Angola (X tons), Cabo Verde (X tons) and Ghana (X kg) were the main destinations of methyl isobutyl ketone exports from Portugal, together comprising 84% of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Ghana (with a CAGR of +53.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Cabo Verde ($X), Angola ($X) and Ghana ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for methyl isobutyl ketone exported from Portugal worldwide, with a combined 84% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Ghana, with a CAGR of +73.1%, saw 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

The average methyl isobutyl ketone export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 34% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 127% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Cabo Verde ($X per ton) and Mozambique ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Angola ($X per ton) and Ghana ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Spain (+66.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2022, purchases abroad of X-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone) decreased by -39.3% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 109%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, methyl isobutyl ketone imports declined markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 190% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of methyl isobutyl ketone imports to Portugal, together accounting for 99.9% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of +8.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest methyl isobutyl ketone suppliers to Portugal were Spain ($X), Belgium ($X) and Germany ($X), with a combined 100% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Belgium, with a CAGR of +12.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average methyl isobutyl ketone import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 21% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed moderate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 86% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+4.8%), 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 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, India and the United States, with a combined 51% share of global consumption. Germany, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Belgium, the UK, Iran and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 23%.

What are the largest producers of 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and South Africa, together comprising 45% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone) to Portugal?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of methyl isobutyl ketone to Portugal, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Poland, with an 11% share.

What are the leading importers of 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone) from Portugal?

In value terms, Cabo Verde, Mozambique and Ghana appeared to be the largest markets for methyl isobutyl ketone exported from Portugal worldwide, together comprising 94% of total exports.

What is the average export price for 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone) in Portugal?

The average methyl isobutyl ketone export price stood at $2,111 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone) in Portugal?

In 2021, the average methyl isobutyl ketone import price amounted to $1,606 per ton, rising by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the methyl isobutyl ketone market in Portugal. 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 20146215 - 4-Methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone)

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Portugal

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Portugal
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024