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Global Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Market 2025

Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Market Size

After two years of growth, the global butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) market decreased by -7.4% to $X in 2022. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Production

In value terms, butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) production shrank slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Exports

Exports

For the third year in a row, the global market recorded decline in shipments abroad of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol), which decreased by -21% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 14%. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) exports fell notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 64% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), South Africa (X tons) and Malaysia (X tons) represented roughly 69% of total exports in 2022. The United States (X tons) took a 9.2% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Germany (6.6%). The following exporters - China (X tons) and Russia (X tons) - each accounted for an 8.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +29.7%), while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.

In value terms, South Africa ($X), Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) and Malaysia ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, with a combined 63% share of global exports. The United States, Germany, China and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

Among the main exporting countries, China, with a CAGR of +28.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -9.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 75% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Imports

Imports

In 2022, purchases abroad of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) decreased by -29.1% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 15%. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 76% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons), distantly followed by Germany (X tons), South Korea (X tons), India (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Singapore (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) represented the main importers of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol), together mixing up 72% of total imports. The following importers - Indonesia (X tons), the United States (X tons), Thailand (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the UK (X tons) and the Czech Republic (X tons) - together made up 15% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +12.2%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Germany ($X) and South Korea ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 46% share of global imports. Belgium, Indonesia, Brazil, India, Singapore, the United States, Thailand, the UK, the Czech Republic and Taiwan (Chinese) lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 39%.

Among the main importing countries, the United States, with a CAGR of +13.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 11% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 64%. Global import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($X per ton), while Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+3.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 41% share of global consumption. Germany, Taiwan Chinese), Japan, Nigeria, Brazil, Indonesia, Russia, France, the UK and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, together comprising 37% of global production. These countries were followed by Taiwan Chinese), Japan, South Africa, Russia, Nigeria, France, Germany, Brazil, Malaysia and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 36%.
In value terms, the largest butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol) supplying countries worldwide were Malaysia, Belgium and South Africa, with a combined 56% share of global exports.
In value terms, the largest butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol) importing markets worldwide were Belgium, China and Germany, with a combined 57% share of global imports. India, South Korea, the UK, Thailand, the Netherlands, Indonesia, the United States and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.
The average butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol) export price stood at $951 per ton in 2021, growing by 17% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol) import price amounted to $905 per ton, growing by 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) market. 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 20142230 - Butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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