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World - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Global Caustic Soda Market 2019 | Solvay S.A., Akzo Nobel N.V., Dow Inc., Shin-Etsu Chemical

IndexBox has just published a new report, the World - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

The global caustic soda market revenue amounted to $X in 2017, increasing by X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2017; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017, when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. In that year, the global caustic soda market reached its peak level, and is likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

Production 2007-2017

In 2017, the global production of caustic soda stood at X tons, going up by X% against the previous year.

Exports 2007-2017

In 2017, approx. X tons of caustic soda were exported worldwide; picking up by X% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2017; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010, with an increase of X% year-to-year. Global exports peaked in 2017, and are likely to continue its growth in the near future.

In value terms, caustic soda exports totaled $X (IndexBox estimates) in 2017. In general, the total exports indicated a strong growth from 2007 to 2017: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2017 figures, the caustic soda exports increased by +X% against 2015 indices. Over the period under review, global caustic soda exports attained their peak figure in 2017, and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2017, the U.S. (X tons) was the major exporter for caustic soda, comprising X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), China (X tons), Taiwan, Chinese (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Belgium (X tons), together comprising X% share of total exports. France (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), Russia (X tons), the UK (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) took the little share of total exports.

The U.S. was also the fastest growing in terms of the caustic soda exports, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007 to 2017. At the same time, the Netherlands (+X%), South Korea (+X%), France (+X%) and Belgium (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. China, Japan, Germany, Russia and the UK experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Taiwan, Chinese (-X%) and Saudi Arabia (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The Netherlands (-X%) and the U.S. (-X%) significantly weakened its position in terms of the global exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) remains the largest caustic soda supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a X% share.

Export Prices by Country

In 2017, the average caustic soda export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%.

Export prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest export price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of export prices was attained by Taiwan, Chinese, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports 2007-2017

In 2017, the global imports of caustic soda stood at X tons, jumping by X% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2017; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years.

In value terms, caustic soda imports stood at $X (IndexBox estimates) in 2017.

Imports by Country

In 2017, Australia (X tons), distantly followed by Brazil (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the key importers of caustic soda, together comprising X% of total imports. The following importers - the U.S. (X tons), Finland (X tons), Belgium (X tons), France (X tons), Sweden (X tons), Austria (X tons), Italy (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Spain (X tons) together made up X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2017, average annual rates of growth with regard to caustic soda imports into Australia stood at +X%. At the same time, Spain (+X%), Germany (+X%), Italy (+X%), the Netherlands (+X%), Brazil (+X%), France (+X%), Austria (+X%) and Sweden (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Spain emerged as the fastest growing importer in the world, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2017. Finland, the U.S. and Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. From 2007 to 2017, the share of Spain, the Netherlands, Brazil and Australia decreased by -X%, -X%, -X% and -X% percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Australia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported caustic soda worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by the U.S., with a X% share.

Import Prices by Country

In 2017, the average caustic soda import price amounted to $X per ton, going up by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2017, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%.

There were significant differences in the average import prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2017, the country with the highest import price was the U.S. ($X per ton), while the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of import prices was attained by Australia, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global caustic soda 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 20132525 - Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), solid
  • Prodcom 20132527 - Sodium hydroxide in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)

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

Company coverage:

Dow, BASF, Solvay, PPG Industries, FMC Corporation, Chemische Fabrik Kalk, Penta Chemicals, Sotraga Belgium N.V, Chloran Chemical Production, Adana Chem San A.S, Aroma Chimie, Xi'an Green Chemicals Co., Arax Chemistry, Petro Group Company, Gulf Orient Chemicals Ltd, Petroacc, Tianjin Xibeier International Co., Petrel Bio-Tech, Jinhe Enterprise Co., Shanxi Puhui Chemical Co., Xingtai Ruike Chemical Company

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

    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 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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