We use cookies to improve your experience and for marketing. Read our cookie policy or manage cookies.

Accept essential cookies
Accept all cookies
Report Qatar - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights for 499$
Report Update May 1, 2025

Qatar - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report
Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)
What's the difference?
Subscription
Online access and download
from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Qatar: Caustic Soda Market 2025

Caustic Soda Market Size in Qatar

The Qatari caustic soda market reduced rapidly to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -38% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw a abrupt setback. Caustic soda consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Caustic Soda Production in Qatar

In value terms, caustic soda production rose markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 11%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Caustic Soda Exports

Exports from Qatar

In 2021, the amount of caustic soda exported from Qatar surged to X tons, jumping by 83% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports saw a resilient increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, caustic soda exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a buoyant expansion. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) was the main destination for caustic soda exports from Qatar, accounting for a approx. less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Oman was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Oman was relatively modest.

Caustic Soda Imports

Imports into Qatar

In 2021, overseas purchases of caustic soda increased by 76% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. In general, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 275% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, caustic soda imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 104%. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Oman (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of caustic soda to Qatar, with a 58% share of total imports. Moreover, caustic soda imports from Oman exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), threefold. Kuwait (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 4.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Oman amounted to +118.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+15.8% per year) and Kuwait (-18.1% per year).

In value terms, Oman ($X), China ($X) and Kuwait ($X) constituted the largest caustic soda suppliers to Qatar, together accounting for 85% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Oman, with a CAGR of +69.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average caustic soda import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -5.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 176% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Oman ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kuwait (+11.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, together comprising 47% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Brazil, South Korea, Germany, Indonesia, the UK, Japan, Egypt and Taiwan Chinese), which together accounted for a further 25%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, together comprising 56% of global production. These countries were followed by South Korea, Japan, Germany, Indonesia, Brazil, the UK, Russia, Egypt, Belgium and Iran, which together accounted for a further 28%.
In value terms, the largest caustic soda suppliers to Qatar were Oman, China and Kuwait, together accounting for 88% of total imports.
In 2015, the average caustic soda export price amounted to $336 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.
The average caustic soda import price stood at $479 per ton in 2021, growing by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda market in Qatar. 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 20132525 - Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), solid
  • Prodcom 20132527 - Sodium hydroxide in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)

Country coverage:

  • Qatar

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Qatar
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012–2024

Recommended reports

Asia - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
May 1, 2025
Eye 510

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda market in Asia.

World - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
May 1, 2025
Eye 1809

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global caustic soda market.

EU - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
May 1, 2025
Eye 1037

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda market in the EU.

U.S. - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
May 1, 2025
Eye 728

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda market in the U.S..

China - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
May 1, 2025
Eye 682

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda market in China.

Free Data: Caustic Soda - Qatar
Table
Caustic Soda - Qatar - Table
Dashboard
Caustic Soda - Qatar - Dashboard
Report
Caustic Soda - Qatar - Report