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Qatar: Market for Polystyrene In Primary Forms (Excluding Expansible Polystyrene) 2025

Market Size for Polystyrene In Primary Forms (Excluding Expansible Polystyrene) in Qatar

The Qatari polystyrene in primary forms market soared to $X in 2021, growing by 91% 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). In general, consumption recorded a significant expansion. Polystyrene in primary forms consumption peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports of Polystyrene In Primary Forms (Excluding Expansible Polystyrene)

Exports from Qatar

Polystyrene in primary forms exports from Qatar amounted to less than X kg in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, polystyrene in primary forms exports amounted to less than $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports of Polystyrene In Primary Forms (Excluding Expansible Polystyrene)

Imports into Qatar

In 2021, supplies from abroad of polystyrene in primary forms (excluding expansible polystyrene) increased by 47% to X tons, rising for the sixth year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 390%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, polystyrene in primary forms imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 328% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Pakistan (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of polystyrene in primary forms imports to Qatar, with a combined 89% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +75.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest polystyrene in primary forms suppliers to Qatar were Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), Pakistan ($X) and India ($X), together accounting for 90% of total imports.

India, with a CAGR of +55.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average polystyrene in primary forms import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 57% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a pronounced setback. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from South Korea ($X per ton) and Pakistan ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) and India ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+14.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for polystyrene in primary forms (excluding expansible polystyrene) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of polystyrene in primary forms consumption was China, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, polystyrene in primary forms consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.6% share.

What are the largest producers of polystyrene in primary forms (excluding expansible polystyrene) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of polystyrene in primary forms production in 2021 were China, India and the United States, together accounting for 36% of global production. These countries were followed by Japan, Indonesia, Brazil, Pakistan, Taiwan Chinese), Russia, South Korea, Germany, Mexico and France, which together accounted for a further 38%.

What are the leading suppliers of polystyrene in primary forms (excluding expansible polystyrene) to Qatar?

In value terms, Taiwan Chinese), Pakistan and India appeared to be the largest polystyrene in primary forms suppliers to Qatar, together accounting for 89% of total imports.

What is the average import price for polystyrene in primary forms (excluding expansible polystyrene) in Qatar?

The average polystyrene in primary forms import price stood at $1,596 per ton in 2021, rising by 57% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for polystyrene in primary forms 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 20162039 - Polystyrene, in primary forms (excluding expansible polystyrene)

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

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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