Western Africa - Sulphuric Acid and Oleum - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Sulphuric Acid Market Size in Western Africa
The West African sulphuric acid market expanded remarkably to $X in 2022, growing by 10% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a remarkable increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.
Sulphuric Acid Production in Western Africa
In value terms, sulphuric acid production expanded significantly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production posted resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 101% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.
Sulphuric Acid Exports
Exports in Western Africa
In 2022, sulphuric acid exports in Western Africa shrank to X tons, declining by -6.5% compared with the year before. In general, exports saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 308%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, sulphuric acid exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 278%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
In 2022, Burkina Faso (X tons), distantly followed by Ghana (X tons), Nigeria (X tons), Togo (X tons), Senegal (X tons) and Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) represented the major exporters of sulphuric acid and oleum, together comprising 99.9% of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Burkina Faso (with a CAGR of +50.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest sulphuric acid supplying countries in Western Africa were Burkina Faso ($X), Ghana ($X) and Nigeria ($X), together comprising 71% of total exports.
Among the main exporting countries, Burkina Faso, with a CAGR of +44.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -9.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 30%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana (+2.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Sulphuric Acid Imports
Imports in Western Africa
In 2022, approx. X tons of sulphuric acid and oleum were imported in Western Africa; surging by 6.7% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports posted strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 58%. The volume of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.
In value terms, sulphuric acid imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 69% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
Imports by Country
Ghana (X tons) and Mali (X tons) represented roughly 49% of total imports in 2022. Niger (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a 14% share, followed by Burkina Faso (12%), Cote d'Ivoire (6.7%) and Senegal (5.3%). Guinea (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Mali (with a CAGR of +18.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Ghana ($X), Burkina Faso ($X) and Niger ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 58% share of total imports. Mali, Cote d'Ivoire, Senegal and Guinea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.
In terms of the main importing countries, Mali, with a CAGR of +16.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 14% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 19%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Burkina Faso ($X per ton), while Ghana ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Burkina Faso (+4.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphuric acid market in Western Africa. 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 20132434 - Sulphuric acid, oleum
Country coverage:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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