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United Arab Emirates: Market for Polyethylene Glycols and Polyethers in Primary Forms 2024

Market Size for Polyethylene Glycols and Polyethers in Primary Forms in the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, the polyethylene glycol and polyether market in the United Arab Emirates was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Overall, consumption showed a prominent increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Polyethylene Glycols and Polyethers in Primary Forms

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

Polyethylene glycol and polyether exports from the United Arab Emirates expanded sharply to X tons in 2021, with an increase of 10% against 2020. In general, exports showed buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 47%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, polyethylene glycol and polyether exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 54%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) was the main destination for polyethylene glycol and polyether exports from the United Arab Emirates, with a 27% share of total exports. Moreover, polyethylene glycol and polyether exports to Oman exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Saudi Arabia (X tons), threefold. Ethiopia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 6.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Oman amounted to +13.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Saudi Arabia (-5.4% per year) and Ethiopia (+37.2% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for polyethylene glycol and polyether exported from the United Arab Emirates were Oman ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and Egypt ($X), together comprising 45% of total exports. These countries were followed by Poland, Turkey, Ethiopia, Jordan, India, Congo, Nigeria, Kuwait, Tanzania and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 38%.

Poland, with a CAGR of +1,342.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination 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 polyethylene glycol and polyether export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 38% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Africa ($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 Poland (+9.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Polyethylene Glycols and Polyethers in Primary Forms

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, overseas purchases of polyethylene glycols and polyethers in primary forms increased by 106% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports recorded strong growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, polyethylene glycol and polyether imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted a resilient increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons), China (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) were the main suppliers of polyethylene glycol and polyether imports to the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 70% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +97.9%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X), China ($X) and Singapore ($X) were the largest polyethylene glycol and polyether suppliers to the United Arab Emirates, together comprising 69% of total imports.

Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +91.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average polyethylene glycol and polyether import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 50% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+4.7%), 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 polyethylene glycols and polyethers in primary forms in the world?

China remains the largest polyethylene glycol and polyether consuming country worldwide, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, polyethylene glycol and polyether 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 an 8.9% share.

What are the largest producers of polyethylene glycols and polyethers in primary forms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of polyethylene glycol and polyether production in 2020 were China, the United States and the Netherlands, together comprising 47% of global production. India, South Korea, Belgium, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Russia, Germany, Singapore, Thailand and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

What are the leading suppliers of polyethylene glycols and polyethers in primary forms to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, the largest polyethylene glycol and polyether suppliers to the United Arab Emirates were Saudi Arabia, China and the Netherlands, with a combined 63% share of total imports. These countries were followed by South Korea, Germany, Mexico and Singapore, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the leading importers of polyethylene glycols and polyethers in primary forms from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait constituted the largest markets for polyethylene glycol and polyether exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide, together comprising 37% of total exports. These countries were followed by Iran, Oman, Turkey, Kenya, Egypt, India, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Somalia and Morocco, which together accounted for a further 42%.

What is the average export price for polyethylene glycols and polyethers in primary forms in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2020, the average polyethylene glycol and polyether export price amounted to $1,622 per ton, dropping by -5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polyethylene glycols and polyethers in primary forms in the United Arab Emirates?

The average polyethylene glycol and polyether import price stood at $1,508 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -6.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for polyethylene glycol and polyether 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 20164015 - Polyethylene glycols and other polyether alcohols, in primary forms
Prodcom 20164020 - Polyethers, in primary forms (excluding polyacetals, polyether alcohols)

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