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United Arab Emirates: Citric Acid Market 2024

Citric Acid Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, the citric acid market in the United Arab Emirates increased by 14% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a prominent increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Citric Acid Production in the United Arab Emirates

In value terms, citric acid production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 53%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Citric Acid Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, shipments abroad of citric acid and its salts and esters was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports saw a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 255% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, citric acid exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 393%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Iran (X tons), India (X tons) and Oman (X tons) were the main destinations of citric acid exports from the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Pakistan (with a CAGR of +213.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Iran ($X), India ($X) and Iraq ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for citric acid exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Pakistan, with a CAGR of +188.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average citric acid export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -2.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 39%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to India (+2.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Citric Acid Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of citric acid and its salts and esters decreased by -15.3% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 106% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, citric acid imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 67%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest citric acid supplier to the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a 62% share of total imports. Moreover, citric acid imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Lebanon (X tons), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +2.6%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of citric acid and its salts and esters to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Lebanon ($X), with a 3.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled +5.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average citric acid import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 82% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Lebanon totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.4%), 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 citric acid and its salts and esters in the world?

The country with the largest volume of citric acid consumption was China, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, citric acid consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.6% share.

What are the largest producers of citric acid and its salts and esters in the world?

The country with the largest volume of citric acid production was China, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, citric acid production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, eightfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of citric acid and its salts and esters to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, the largest citric acid suppliers to the United Arab Emirates were Germany, India and the UK, with a combined 85% share of total imports. The United States and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 12%.

What are the leading importers of citric acid and its salts and esters from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for citric acid exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising 86% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kenya, with a 7.2% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for citric acid and its salts and esters in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average citric acid export price amounted to $608 per ton, falling by -34.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for citric acid and its salts and esters in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average citric acid import price amounted to $2,260 per ton, with an increase of 203% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the citric acid 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 20143473 - Citric acid and its salts and esters

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United Arab Emirates

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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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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