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Southern Asia: Pesticide Market 2025

Pesticide Market Size in Southern Asia

The South Asian pesticide market expanded modestly to $X in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. The total consumption indicated a remarkable increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Pesticide Production in Southern Asia

In value terms, pesticide production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Pesticide Exports

Exports in Southern Asia

In 2022, the amount of pesticides exported in Southern Asia reached X tons, surging by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X%. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, pesticide exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the one major exporters of pesticides, namely India, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the pesticides exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the largest pesticide supplier in Southern Asia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in India stood at X%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for India.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to X% per year.

Pesticide Imports

Imports in Southern Asia

After six years of growth, overseas purchases of pesticides decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell slightly in the following year.

In value terms, pesticide imports fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2021, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X tons) represented the key importer of pesticides, mixing up X% of total imports. Bangladesh (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Pakistan (X%). The following importers - Nepal (X tons) and Sri Lanka (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Bangladesh (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported pesticides in Southern Asia, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bangladesh ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Pakistan, with an X% share.

In India, pesticide imports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Bangladesh (X% per year) and Pakistan (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a modest expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the import price increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while Nepal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sri Lanka (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pesticides in Southern Asia?

The country with the largest volume of pesticide consumption was India, accounting for 87% of total volume. Moreover, pesticide consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Bangladesh, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 3.2% share.

What are the largest producers of pesticides in Southern Asia?

India remains the largest pesticide producing country in Southern Asia, comprising approx. 98% of total volume. It was followed by Afghanistan, with a 1.9% share of total production.

What are the leading suppliers of pesticides in Southern Asia?

In value terms, India remains the largest pesticide supplier in Southern Asia.

What are the leading importers of pesticides in Southern Asia?

In value terms, India constitutes the largest market for imported pesticides in Southern Asia, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bangladesh, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Pakistan, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for pesticides in Southern Asia?

The export price in Southern Asia stood at $6,257 per ton in 2021, surging by 9.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pesticides in Southern Asia?

In 2021, the import price in Southern Asia amounted to $5,563 per ton, picking up by 4.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pesticide market in Southern Asia. 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 20201930 - Goods of HS
Prodcom 20201980 - Rodenticides and other plant protection products put up for retail sale or as preparations or articles (excluding insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and disinfectants)
Prodcom 20201600 -
Prodcom 20201130 - Insecticides based on chlorinated hydrocarbons, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201140 - Insecticides based on carbamates, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201150 - Insecticides based on organophosphorus products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201160 - Insecticides based on pyrethroids, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201190 - Other insecticides
Prodcom 20201515 - Inorganic fungicides, bactericides and seed treatments, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201530 - Fungicides, bactericides and seed treatments based on dithiocarbamates, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201545 - Fungicides, bactericides and seed treatments based on benzimidazoles, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201560 - Fungicides, bactericides and seed treatment based on triazoles or diazoles, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201575 - Fungicides, bactericides and seed treatments based on diazines or morpholines, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201590 - Other fungicides, bactericides and seeds treatments (ex: Captan,...)
Prodcom 20201220 - Herbicides based on phenoxy-phytohormone products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201230 - Herbicides based on triazines, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201240 - Herbicides based on amides, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201250 - Herbicides based on carbamates, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201260 - Herbicides based on dinitroanilines derivatives, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201270 - Herbicides based on urea, uracil and sulphonylurea, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201290 - Herbicides p.r.s. or as preparations/articles excluding based on phenoxy-phytohormones, triazines, amides, carbamates, d initroanaline derivatives, urea, uracil, sulphonylurea
Prodcom 20201350 - Anti-sprouting products put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201370 - Plant-growth regulators put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201430 - Disinfectants based on quaternary ammonium salts put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
Prodcom 20201450 - Disinfectants based on halogenated compounds put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations
Prodcom 20201490 - Disinfectants put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (excluding those based on quaternary ammonium salts, those based on halogenated compounds)

Country coverage:

Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Southern Asia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Southern Asia
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024