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Overview of the Global Market for Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excluding Soap)

Market Size for Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excluding Soap)

In 2021, the global market for cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Overall, consumption showed a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the market value increased by 7%. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excluding Soap)

In value terms, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 7.5%. Global production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excluding Soap)

Exports

In 2021, overseas shipments of cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) increased by 2.2% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 24%. The global exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) exports expanded sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China represented the largest exporter of cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) in the world, with the volume of exports reaching X tons, which was near 43% of total exports in 2021. Germany (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with an 8.9% share, followed by Spain (6.9%), the United States (6.4%) and South Korea (6.4%). The following exporters - Thailand (X tons), Indonesia (X tons), Italy (X tons), Sweden (X tons) and France (X tons) - together made up 12% of total exports.

Exports from China increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Indonesia (+36.9%), Thailand (+28.3%), South Korea (+8.0%) and Spain (+5.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Indonesia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +36.9% from 2012-2021. Sweden experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, the United States (-4.1%), Germany (-4.2%), Italy (-6.0%) and France (-10.8%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of China, South Korea, Thailand, Spain and Indonesia increased by +16, +2.9, +2.9, +2.3 and +2.3 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) supplier worldwide, comprising 31% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 12% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with an 11% share.

In China, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) exports expanded at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (-2.9% per year) and Germany (-3.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 9.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 11% against the previous year. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Indonesia ($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 (+7.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excluding Soap)

Imports

In 2021, supplies from abroad of cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) increased by 5% to X tons, rising for the fifth year in a row after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 7.6%. Global imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Indonesia (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons), the United States (X tons), Australia (X tons), India (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Italy (X tons), Canada (X tons), Burkina Faso (X tons), China (X tons), Portugal (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) represented the largest importer of cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) in the world, comprising 52% of total import. Vietnam (X tons) held a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Burkina Faso (with a CAGR of +160.6%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), China ($X) and Canada ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 20% of global imports. These countries were followed by Bangladesh, Indonesia, India, Italy, Vietnam, Australia, Turkey, Hungary, Portugal and Burkina Faso, which together accounted for a further 29%.

Burkina Faso, with a CAGR of +110.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 10% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Burkina Faso ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+6.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of cationic surface-active agents excl. soap) consumption was China, comprising approx. 28% of total volume. Moreover, cationic surface-active agents excl. soap) consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.2% share.
The country with the largest volume of cationic surface-active agents excl. soap) production was China, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, cationic surface-active agents excl. soap) production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.1% share.
In value terms, China remains the largest cationic surface-active agents excl. soap) supplier worldwide, comprising 31% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 15% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 10% share.
In value terms, the United States, Canada and Vietnam constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together accounting for 21% of global imports. The UK, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Bangladesh, India, Australia, Turkey, South Africa and Portugal lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 29%.
In 2020, the average export price for cationic surface-active agents excluding soap) amounted to $2,225 per ton, picking up by 8.2% against the previous year.
The average import price for cationic surface-active agents excluding soap) stood at $2,279 per ton in 2020, picking up by 4.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap). 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 20412030 - Cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap)

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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