World - Propene (Propylene) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Propene Market Size
In 2021, the global propene market decreased by -0.3% to $X, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Propene Production
In value terms, propene production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a slight descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 12% against the previous year. Global production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.
Propene Exports
Exports
In 2021, approx. X tons of propene (propylene) were exported worldwide; surging by 10% on the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, propene exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The global exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
In 2021, South Korea (X tons), distantly followed by the Netherlands (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Japan (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the key exporters of propene (propylene), together comprising 57% of total exports. The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Spain (X tons), Italy (X tons), Thailand (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons) and Portugal (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Exports from South Korea increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, the United Arab Emirates (+33.3%), the United States (+14.3%), Portugal (+8.4%), Germany (+7.4%), Thailand (+6.7%), the Netherlands (+3.5%) and Taiwan (Chinese) (+2.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the United Arab Emirates emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +33.3% from 2012-2021. Italy, Belgium and Spain experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Japan (-4.1%) and Saudi Arabia (-12.0%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of South Korea (+3.9 p.p.), the United Arab Emirates (+3.8 p.p.), the United States (+3.7 p.p.), Germany (+2 p.p.) and the Netherlands (+1.8 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2021, the share of Japan (-4.6 p.p.) and Saudi Arabia (-6.1 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the largest propene supplying countries worldwide were South Korea ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and the United States ($X), with a combined 37% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Taiwan (Chinese), Japan, Germany, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Thailand, Saudi Arabia and Portugal, which together accounted for a further 41%.
Among the main exporting countries, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +30.8%, 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 propene export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 39% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a mild descent. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Japan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+1.5%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Propene Imports
Imports
In 2021, global propene imports was estimated at X tons, picking up by 6.3% on 2020. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 7.6% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of global imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, propene imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a mild descent. Global imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2021, China (X tons) represented the major importer of propene (propylene), creating 34% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Belgium (X tons), France (X tons) and Colombia (X tons), together mixing up a 38% share of total imports. The following importers - Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Poland (X tons), Indonesia (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and Japan (X tons) - together made up 12% of total imports.
Imports into China increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, France (+12.8%), Japan (+7.4%), the Netherlands (+4.9%), Poland (+4.8%), Mexico (+4.3%) and Colombia (+1.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, France emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +12.8% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Belgium (-2.0%), Germany (-2.5%), Taiwan (Chinese) (-4.3%) and Indonesia (-8.2%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of France, the Netherlands and China increased by +3.3, +2.7 and +1.9 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported propene (propylene) worldwide, comprising 32% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with an 11% share of global imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9.8% share.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China stood at -1.3%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (-4.5% per year) and the Netherlands (+4.0% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2021, the average propene import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 36% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a perceptible reduction. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+3.6%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global propene 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 20141140 - Propene (propylene)
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- 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
+ 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
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- 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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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL 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
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- 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
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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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