Malaysia - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Caustic Soda Price in Malaysia (CIF) - 2022
- Caustic Soda Price in Malaysia (FOB) - 2022
- Caustic Soda Imports in Malaysia
- Caustic Soda Exports in Malaysia
Caustic Soda Price in Malaysia (CIF) - 2022
The average caustic soda import price stood at $197 per ton in 2022, declining by -21.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 52%. The import price peaked at $498 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($430 per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($139 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (+0.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
Caustic Soda Price in Malaysia (FOB) - 2022
In 2022, the average caustic soda export price amounted to $278 per ton, falling by -4% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 21% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $314 per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($638 per ton), while the average price for exports to Brunei Darussalam ($219 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Australia (+4.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Caustic Soda Imports in Malaysia
In 2022, approx. 294K tons of caustic soda were imported into Malaysia; jumping by 40% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decline.
In value terms, caustic soda imports expanded significantly to $58M in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep contraction.
| Import of Caustic Soda in Malaysia (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Japan | 41.7 | 30.9 | 22.6 | 26.9 | -13.6% |
| Indonesia | 21.2 | 18.2 | 9.1 | 11.7 | -18.0% |
| China | 3.6 | 3.7 | 12.0 | 9.2 | 36.7% |
| South Korea | 2.2 | 2.8 | 2.9 | 3.1 | 12.1% |
| Thailand | 3.3 | 3.5 | 1.8 | 2.4 | -10.1% |
| Others | 4.7 | 3.5 | 4.3 | 4.5 | -1.4% |
| Total | 76.6 | 62.6 | 52.8 | 57.7 | -9.0% |
Top Suppliers of Caustic Soda to Malaysia in 2022:
- Japan (122.3K tons)
- Indonesia (84.1K tons)
- China (52.5K tons)
- South Korea (19.1K tons)
- Thailand (5.5K tons)
Caustic Soda Exports in Malaysia
In 2022, overseas shipments of caustic soda increased by 1.6% to 18K tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decline.
In value terms, caustic soda exports dropped to $4.9M in 2022. Overall, exports, however, faced a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 5.3%.
| Export of Caustic Soda in Malaysia (Thousand USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Singapore | 2,058 | 2,686 | 3,184 | 2,964 | 12.9% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 699 | 361 | 343 | 319 | -23.0% |
| Papua New Guinea | 751 | 165 | 335 | 311 | -25.5% |
| Australia | 1,062 | 400 | 226 | 239 | -39.2% |
| New Zealand | 687 | 278 | 89.0 | 195 | -34.3% |
| Vietnam | 561 | 153 | 124 | 152 | -35.3% |
| Cambodia | 213 | 99.5 | 120 | 132 | -14.7% |
| Brunei Darussalam | 33.5 | 69.9 | 124 | 120 | 53.0% |
| Others | 812 | 583 | 502 | 488 | -15.6% |
| Total | 6,877 | 4,795 | 5,047 | 4,921 | -10.6% |
Top Export Markets for Caustic Soda from Malaysia in 2022:
- Singapore (13.3K tons)
- Papua New Guinea (0.6K tons)
- New Zealand (0.6K tons)
- Brunei Darussalam (0.5K tons)
- Vietnam (0.5K tons)
- Australia (0.4K tons)
- Cambodia (0.4K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (0.3K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda market in Malaysia. 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:
- Malaysia
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Malaysia
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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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
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- 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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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- 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
- 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 Of Origin, 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, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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