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Global Ether Market 2024

Ether Market Size

The global ether market declined to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -5.1% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Ether Production

In value terms, ether production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 15% against the previous year. Global production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Ether Exports

Exports

Global ether exports rose rapidly to X tons in 2022, with an increase of 8.8% on the previous year's figure. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, ether exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +72.7% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 45% against the previous year. The global exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia represented the largest exporting country with an export of around X tons, which reached 34% of total exports. The United States (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a 19% share, followed by China (8.1%) and the Netherlands (7.9%). Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), France (X tons), Germany (X tons), Qatar (X tons), India (X tons), Singapore (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) took a minor share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +19.3%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ether supplying countries worldwide were the United States ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and China ($X), with a combined 53% share of global exports. The Netherlands, Germany, France, India, Belgium, Qatar, Singapore, Taiwan (Chinese) and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

Qatar, with a CAGR of +70.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average ether export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 9.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 38% 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 failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Qatar (+58.8%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Ether Imports

Imports

In 2022, overseas purchases of ethers increased by 5.4% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 12%. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, ether imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +70.2% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 40%. Over the period under review, global imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Singapore (X tons) and Japan (X tons) were the largest importers of ethersin the world, together achieving 28% of total imports. Mexico (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total imports with an 8.7% share, followed by China (7.9%) and the Netherlands (7.4%). Malaysia (X tons), Italy (X tons), Belgium (X tons), France (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Malaysia (with a CAGR of +10.1%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ether importing markets worldwide were Japan ($X), Singapore ($X) and Mexico ($X), together accounting for 32% of global imports. The Netherlands, China, Italy, Germany, the United States, France, Belgium, Taiwan (Chinese), Turkey and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +8.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of 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 2022, the average ether import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 15% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 33%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+3.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of ether consumption, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, ether consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 5.8% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Saudi Arabia and the United States, together comprising 61% of global production. Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, Germany, the Netherlands, France and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.
In value terms, the largest ether supplying countries worldwide were Saudi Arabia, the United States and Germany, with a combined 52% share of global exports. The Netherlands, Belgium, China, India, France, Taiwan Chinese), Malaysia, Singapore and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.
In value terms, Japan, China and Singapore constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 28% share of global imports. Belgium, Mexico, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Taiwan Chinese), Malaysia, South Korea, France and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.
In 2021, the average ether export price amounted to $968 per ton, rising by 25% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average ether import price amounted to $1,109 per ton, rising by 22% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global ether 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 20146310 - Acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
  • Prodcom 20146323 - Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
  • Prodcom 20146325 - Aromatic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
  • Prodcom 20146333 - 2,2-Oxydiethanol (diethylene glycol, digol)
  • Prodcom 20146339 - Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-Oxydiethanol)
  • Prodcom 20146350 - Ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, s ulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
  • Prodcom 20146360 - Alcohol, ether and ketone peroxides and their halogenated, s ulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

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 2012–2023
    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 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • 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 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    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, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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