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Biodiesel Market Size in South-Eastern Asia
In 2021, the Southeast Asian biodiesel market decreased by -3.2% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption saw strong growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.
Biodiesel Production in South-Eastern Asia
In value terms, biodiesel production declined slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +3.9% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Biodiesel Exports
Exports in South-Eastern Asia
After two years of decline, overseas shipments of biodiesel increased by 40% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 229%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, biodiesel exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 124% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Malaysia represented the largest exporting country with an export of around X tons, which amounted to 70% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Indonesia (X tons), making up a 29% share of total exports.
Malaysia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the biodiesel exports, with a CAGR of +26.9% from 2012 to 2021. Indonesia (-20.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Malaysia increased by +67 percentage points.
In value terms, Malaysia ($X) remains the largest biodiesel supplier in South-Eastern Asia, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Indonesia ($X), with a 26% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Malaysia amounted to +26.6%.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 36% against the previous year. Export price indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, biodiesel export price increased by +86.8% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 37% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2015; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while Indonesia amounted to $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+0.9%).
Biodiesel Imports
Imports in South-Eastern Asia
In 2021, overseas purchases of biodiesel increased by 0.1% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 636% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, biodiesel imports contracted to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 414% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
Malaysia (X tons) represented roughly 98% of total imports in 2021.
Malaysia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the biodiesel imports, with a CAGR of -7.5% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported biodiesel in South-Eastern Asia.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Malaysia totaled -10.4%.
Import Prices by Country
In 2021, the import price in South-Eastern Asia amounted to $X per ton, waning by -2.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Malaysia.
From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malaysia amounted to -3.1% per year.
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Product coverage:
- Prodcom 20595997 - Biofuels (diesel substitute)
Country coverage:
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Myanmar
- Philippines
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Vietnam
- Lao People's Democratic Republic
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- Per Capita consumption
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- Market trends, drivers and restraints
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
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The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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LIST OF TABLES
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- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
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- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
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- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
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