Price for Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica - 2022

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1. Price for Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022
2. Price for Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022
3. Imports of Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica
4. Exports of Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica

Price for Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-oxydiethanol) amounted to $3,212 per ton, growing by 22% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed moderate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 89% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Germany ($3,390 per ton) and China ($3,250 per ton), while the price for South Korea ($2,389 per ton) and France ($2,742 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+5.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average export price for ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-oxydiethanol) amounted to $2,937 per ton, jumping by 62% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $4,192 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Panama ($3,009 per ton), while the average price for exports to Honduras totaled $2,847 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Honduras (+6.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica

Imports of ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-oxydiethanol) into Costa Rica surged to 1K tons in 2022, jumping by 19% on 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, faced a precipitous decline.

In value terms, imports of ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-oxydiethanol) skyrocketed to $3.3M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a notable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 104%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Top Suppliers of Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives to Costa Rica in 2022:

1. United States (716.5 tons)
2. Germany (127.3 tons)
3. France (63.9 tons)
4. China (46.2 tons)
5. Netherlands (27.4 tons)
6. South Korea (16.7 tons)

Exports of Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives in Costa Rica

Exports of ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-oxydiethanol) from Costa Rica fell slightly to 46 tons in 2022, which is down by -1.9% on the year before. In general, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 263%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 47 tons, and then declined modestly in the following year.

In value terms, exports of ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-oxydiethanol) skyrocketed to $135K in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 418% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Top Export Markets for Ether-Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives from Costa Rica in 2022:

1. Panama (23.2 tons)
2. Honduras (22.7 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform