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Switzerland: Ethanol Market 2025

Ethanol Exports

Exports from Switzerland

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of ethyl alcohol decreased by -0.5% to X litres in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 250% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X litres in 2021, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

In value terms, ethanol exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 243%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

France (X litres) was the main destination for ethanol exports from Switzerland, with a 79% share of total exports. Moreover, ethanol exports to France exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Germany (X litres), sevenfold. Israel (X litres) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 6.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France stood at +23.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (+56.7% per year) and Israel (+173.6% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) remains the key foreign market for ethyl alcohol exports from Switzerland, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Israel, with a 5.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to France totaled +35.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (+47.2% per year) and Israel (+106.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average ethanol export price stood at $X per litre in 2022, growing by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 49% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per litre. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per litre), while the average price for exports to Israel ($X per litre) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France (+9.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Ethanol Imports

Imports into Switzerland

For the fifth consecutive year, Switzerland recorded growth in overseas purchases of ethyl alcohol, which increased by 18% to X litres in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 28%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, ethanol imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports posted strong growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Poland (X litres), the Netherlands (X litres) and Germany (X litres) were the main suppliers of ethanol imports to Switzerland, with a combined 46% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of +310.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ethanol suppliers to Switzerland were Poland ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Germany ($X), together accounting for 50% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Poland, with a CAGR of +268.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average ethanol import price stood at $X per litre in 2022, growing by 26% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per litre), while the price for Brazil ($X per litre) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+4.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ethyl alcohol in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of ethanol consumption in 2021 were Brazil, the United States and China, together comprising 66% of global consumption. India, Canada, Pakistan and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 10%.

What are the largest producers of ethyl alcohol in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of ethanol production in 2021 were Brazil, the United States and China, together accounting for 75% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of ethyl alcohol to Switzerland?

In value terms, the largest ethanol suppliers to Switzerland were Poland, Germany and Brazil, with a combined 53% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ethyl alcohol from Switzerland?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for ethanol exports from Switzerland, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Israel, with a 7.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 6.7% share.

What is the average export price for ethyl alcohol in Switzerland?

In 2021, the average ethanol export price amounted to $1,630 per ton, with an increase of 6.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ethyl alcohol in Switzerland?

In 2021, the average ethanol import price amounted to $1,176 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethanol market in Switzerland. 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 20147400 - Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume. .80 % (important: excluding alcohol duty)
Prodcom 20147500 - Denatured ethyl alcohol and other denatured spirits, of any strength

Country coverage:

Switzerland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Switzerland
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
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
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