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United Arab Emirates: Biodiesel Market 2024

Biodiesel Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

After three years of growth, the biodiesel market in the United Arab Emirates decreased by -20.3% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Biodiesel consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Biodiesel Production in the United Arab Emirates

In value terms, biodiesel production fell to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Biodiesel Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of biodiesel, when their volume increased by 3,018% to X tons. Overall, exports posted a significant expansion. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, biodiesel exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons) was the main destination for biodiesel exports from the United Arab Emirates, with a approx. 92% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Belgium totaled +2,948.1%.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) also remains the key foreign market for biodiesel exports from the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Belgium amounted to +5,192.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average biodiesel export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 56% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw modest growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average export price increased by 186%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Belgium amounted to +73.6% per year.

Biodiesel Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of biodiesel increased by 1,499% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports recorded significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, biodiesel imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Thailand (X tons), India (X tons) and Kuwait (X tons) were the main suppliers of biodiesel imports to the United Arab Emirates, together comprising 37% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Kuwait (with a CAGR of +161.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Thailand ($X) constituted the largest supplier of biodiesel to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 44% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Kuwait, with a 3.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Thailand amounted to +30.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+52.1% per year) and Kuwait (+109.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average biodiesel import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -35.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by 53% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+28.2%), 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 biodiesel in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of biodiesel consumption in 2020 were Indonesia, the U.S. and Brazil, together comprising 44% of global consumption. France, Germany, Italy, Thailand, Spain, the UK, Argentina, the Netherlands, Malaysia and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.

What are the largest producers of biodiesel in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of biodiesel production in 2020 were Indonesia, the U.S. and Brazil, together comprising 43% of global production. These countries were followed by Germany, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Thailand, Argentina, Malaysia, Italy, China and Poland, which together accounted for a further 40%.

What are the leading suppliers of biodiesel to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, the largest biodiesel suppliers to the United Arab Emirates were France, Italy and the Netherlands, together comprising 90% of total imports.

What is the average export price for biodiesel in the United Arab Emirates?

The average biodiesel export price stood at $1,003 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 85% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for biodiesel in the United Arab Emirates?

The average biodiesel import price stood at $890 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -18.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the biodiesel market in the United Arab Emirates. 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 20595997 - Biofuels (diesel substitute)

Country coverage:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023