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China - Methyloxirane (Propylene Oxide) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Article Publishing Date: Dec 12, 2022
Propylene Oxide Price in China Bottoms at $1,136 per Ton
China Propylene Oxide Import Price in September 2022
In September 2022, the propylene oxide price stood at $1,136 per ton (CIF, China), which is down by -7.6% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price showed a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in May 2022 when the average import price increased by 0.5% against the previous month. The import price peaked at $1,999 per ton in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to September 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2022, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($1,180 per ton), while the price for South Korea ($1,040 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (-4.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
China Propylene Oxide Imports
In September 2022, supplies from abroad of methyloxirane (propylene oxide) decreased by -51.4% to 17K tons for the first time since June 2022, thus ending a two-month rising trend. In general, imports recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in May 2022 with an increase of 71% m-o-m. As a result, imports attained the peak of 42K tons. From June 2022 to September 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, propylene oxide imports declined sharply to $19M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in May 2022 when imports increased by 72% against the previous month. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at 65K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to September 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
China Propylene Oxide Imports by Country
In September 2022, Thailand (11K tons) constituted the largest propylene oxide supplier to China, accounting for a 63% share of total imports. Moreover, propylene oxide imports from Thailand exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, South Korea (3.2K tons), threefold.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume from Thailand was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: South Korea (-6.0% per month) and Saudi Arabia (-18.4% per month).
In value terms, Thailand ($12M) constituted the largest supplier of propylene oxide to China, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($3.7M), with a 19% share of total imports.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value from Thailand amounted to -6.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (-24.6% per month) and South Korea (-10.5% per month).
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the propylene oxide market in China. 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 20146375 - Methyloxirane (propylene oxide)
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Data coverage:
• Market volume and value
• Per Capita consumption
• Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
• Trade (exports and imports) in China
• Export and import prices
• Market trends, drivers and restraints
• Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1.1
REPORT DESCRIPTION
1.2
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
1.3
DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
1.4
GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
2.1
KEY FINDINGS
2.2
MARKET TRENDS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
3.1
MARKET SIZE
3.2
MARKET STRUCTURE
3.3
TRADE BALANCE
3.4
PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
3.5
MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
4.1
TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
4.2
BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
4.3
MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4.4
MOST TRADED PRODUCT
4.5
MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
5.1
TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
5.2
TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
5.3
TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5.4
LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
6.1
TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
6.2
TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
6.3
UNSATURATED MARKETS
6.4
TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
6.5
MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
7.1
PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
8.1
IMPORTS FROM 2012–2022
8.2
IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
8.3
IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
9.1
EXPORTS FROM 2012–2022
9.2
EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
9.3
EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1:
Key Findings In 2022
Table 2:
Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Table 3:
Market Value, 2012–2022
Table 4:
Per Capita Consumption In 2007-2022
Table 5:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 6:
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 7:
Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2022
Table 8:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 9:
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 10:
Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2022
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1:
Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 2:
Market Value, 2012–2022
Figure 3:
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2007-2022
Figure 4:
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2007-2022
Figure 5:
Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2007-2022
Figure 6:
Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2007-2022
Figure 7:
Per Capita Consumption, 2007-2022
Figure 8:
Market Forecast To 2030
Figure 9:
Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
Figure 10:
Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
Figure 11:
Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
Figure 12:
Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
Figure 13:
Production Volume And Growth
Figure 14:
Exports And Growth
Figure 15:
Export Prices And Growth
Figure 16:
Market Size And Growth
Figure 17:
Per Capita Consumption
Figure 18:
Imports And Growth
Figure 19:
Import Prices
Figure 20:
Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 21:
Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 22:
Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 23:
Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 24:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
Figure 25:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 26:
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 27:
Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2022
Figure 28:
Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 29:
Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 30:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
Figure 31:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 32:
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 33:
Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2022
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