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Puerto Rico: Polyethylene Glycol Wax Market 2025

Polyethylene Glycol Wax Market Size in Puerto Rico

The Puerto Rican polyethylene glycol wax market reduced slightly to $X in 2021, falling by -2.1% against the previous year. Overall, consumption posted resilient growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Polyethylene Glycol Wax Production in Puerto Rico

In value terms, polyethylene glycol wax production fell slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 105%. Puerto Rico production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Polyethylene Glycol Wax Exports

Exports from Puerto Rico

In 2021, the amount of artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol exported from Puerto Rico was estimated at less than X kg, remaining constant against 2020. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, polyethylene glycol wax exports totaled less than $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X tons) and Germany (X tons) represented the main exporters of artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol in 2021, recording near 30% and 22% of total exports, respectively. Belgium (X tons) held the next position in the ranking, followed by Russia (X tons), China (X tons) and Mexico (X tons). All these countries together took near 34% share of total exports. The Netherlands (X tons) and the United States (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Russia (with a CAGR of +68.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest polyethylene glycol wax supplying countries from Puerto Rico were Germany ($X), South Korea ($X) and Belgium ($X), together accounting for 64% of total exports. These countries were followed by China, Russia, the Netherlands, the United States and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 25%.

Russia, with a CAGR of +59.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Puerto Rico stood at less than $X per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+2.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polyethylene Glycol Wax Imports

Imports into Puerto Rico

In 2021, polyethylene glycol wax imports into Puerto Rico stood at less than X kg, remaining stable against the year before. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, polyethylene glycol wax imports stood at less than $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports by Country

Turkey (X tons) and India (X tons) represented the major importers of artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol in 2021, recording near 18% and 17% of total imports, respectively. China (X tons) took an 8.4% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by France (6.1%), the United States (5.3%) and Vietnam (5.2%). Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Italy (X tons), Poland (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the UK (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +87.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest polyethylene glycol wax importing markets into Puerto Rico were Turkey ($X), China ($X) and India ($X), together comprising 37% of total imports. France, the United States, Vietnam, Italy, Spain, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, the UK and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 43%.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +66.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol in the world?

The country with the largest volume of polyethylene glycol wax consumption was China, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, polyethylene glycol wax 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 India, with a 9.5% share.

What are the largest producers of artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of polyethylene glycol wax production, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, polyethylene glycol wax production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, South Korea, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol to Puerto Rico?

In value terms, the largest polyethylene glycol wax importing markets into Puerto Rico were China, France and Turkey, with a combined 34% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol from Puerto Rico?

In value terms, the largest polyethylene glycol wax supplying countries from Puerto Rico were Germany, South Korea and Belgium, with a combined 69% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Russia, the Netherlands, China and France, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What is the average export price for artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol in Puerto Rico?

In 2021, the polyethylene glycol wax export price in Puerto Rico amounted to $less than 0.1 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol in Puerto Rico?

In 2021, the polyethylene glycol wax import price in Puerto Rico amounted to $less than 0.1 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polyethylene glycol wax market in Puerto Rico. 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 20414270 - Artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol

Country coverage:

Puerto Rico

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Puerto Rico
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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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