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United Kingdom: Potassium Chloride (Mop) Market 2024

Potassium Chloride (Mop) Market Size in the UK

In 2022, the UK potassium chloride (MOP) market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, consumption enjoyed prominent growth. Potassium chloride (MOP) consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Potassium Chloride (Mop) Exports

Exports from the UK

For the third year in a row, the UK recorded growth in shipments abroad of potassium chloride (MOP), which increased by 41% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 10,705%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, potassium chloride (MOP) exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 4,534% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Poland (X tons) were the main destinations of potassium chloride (MOP) exports from the UK, with a combined 89% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of +170.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for potassium chloride (MOP) exports from the UK, comprising 61% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Poland ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with an 8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Brazil totaled +116.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Poland (+138.6% per year) and the Netherlands (+36.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average potassium chloride (MOP) export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 92% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, faced a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 134% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ireland (+9.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Potassium Chloride (Mop) Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of potassium chloride (MOP), when their volume increased by 20% to X tons. In general, imports showed a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 124%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, potassium chloride (MOP) imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 107% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), Israel (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of potassium chloride (MOP) imports to the UK, with a combined 93% share of total imports. Canada, Russia, Belgium and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 7.1%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Canada (with a CAGR of +219.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest potassium chloride (MOP) suppliers to the UK were Spain ($X), Israel ($X) and Germany ($X), with a combined 90% share of total imports. Canada, the Netherlands, Belgium and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 9%.

Among the main suppliers, Canada, with a CAGR of +221.3%, saw 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

In 2022, the average potassium chloride (MOP) import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 51% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached 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 Canada ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+3.7%), 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 potassium chloride (mop) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of potassium chloride mop) consumption in 2021 were China, Brazil and the United States, with a combined 54% share of global consumption. India, Belarus, Indonesia, Jordan, Malaysia, South Korea and Israel lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of potassium chloride (mop) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of potassium chloride mop) production in 2021 were Canada, Russia and Belarus, with a combined 67% share of global production. These countries were followed by China, Israel, Jordan and Germany, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of potassium chloride (mop) to the UK?

In value terms, the largest potassium chloride mop) suppliers to the UK were Spain, Belgium and Israel, with a combined 66% share of total imports. Germany, the Netherlands, Russia and Latvia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 33%.

What are the leading importers of potassium chloride (mop) from the UK?

In value terms, the largest markets for potassium chloride mop) exported from the UK were Germany and Poland.

What is the average export price for potassium chloride (mop) in the UK?

The average potassium chloride mop) export price stood at $290 per ton in 2021, picking up by 9.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for potassium chloride (mop) in the UK?

In 2021, the average potassium chloride mop) import price amounted to $307 per ton, rising by 7.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potassium chloride (mop) market in the UK. 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:

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Country coverage:

United Kingdom

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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 UK
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
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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
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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
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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
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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