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Portugal: Crude Glycerol Market 2024

Crude Glycerol Market Size in Portugal

The Portuguese crude glycerol market fell dramatically to $X in 2021, dropping by -32.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Crude Glycerol Production in Portugal

In value terms, crude glycerol production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 391%. Crude glycerol production peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Crude Glycerol Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2021, approx. X tons of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes were exported from Portugal; picking up by 36% on the previous year's figure. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, crude glycerol exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), India (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the main destinations of crude glycerol exports from Portugal, together accounting for 87% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +55.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for crude glycerol exported from Portugal were China ($X), India ($X) and South Africa ($X), together accounting for 90% of total exports.

India, with a CAGR of +57.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average crude glycerol export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 92% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw prominent growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($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 South Africa (+10.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Crude Glycerol Imports

Imports into Portugal

After three years of decline, overseas purchases of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes increased by 1,594% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports posted a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, crude glycerol imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) was the main supplier of crude glycerol to Portugal, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain stood at +37.8%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes to Portugal.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Spain totaled +37.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average crude glycerol import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -45.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 57%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +11.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of crude glycerol consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 27% of global consumption. Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Brazil, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mexico, the UK and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of crude glycerol production in 2020 were Indonesia, the United States and Brazil, with a combined 22% share of global production. India, Germany, China, Japan, Spain, Pakistan, France, Bangladesh, Nigeria and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes to Portugal?

In value terms, Spain, France and Brazil appeared to be the largest crude glycerol suppliers to Portugal, with a combined 96% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes from Portugal?

In value terms, the largest markets for crude glycerol exported from Portugal were China, India and South Africa, with a combined 81% share of total exports. Spain and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

What is the average export price for crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes in Portugal?

In 2020, the average crude glycerol export price amounted to $204 per ton, dropping by -9.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for crude glycerol, glycerine waters and lyes in Portugal?

The average crude glycerol import price stood at $1,503 per ton in 2020, jumping by 47% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the crude glycerol 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 20411000 - Glycerol (glycerine), crude, glycerol waters and glycerol lyes

Country coverage:

Portugal

Data coverage:

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
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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