Dominican Republic - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Caustic Soda Price in the Dominican Republic - 2023

Contents:

  1. Caustic Soda Price in the Dominican Republic (CIF) - 2022
  2. Caustic Soda Price in the Dominican Republic (FOB) - 2022
  3. Caustic Soda Imports in the Dominican Republic
  4. Caustic Soda Exports in the Dominican Republic

Caustic Soda Price in the Dominican Republic (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average caustic soda import price amounted to $562 per ton, picking up by 112% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded prominent growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 China ($531 per ton), while the price for the United States amounted to $220 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+0.4%).

Caustic Soda Price in the Dominican Republic (FOB) - 2022

The average caustic soda export price stood at $626 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, caustic soda export price increased by +71.2% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 40%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Jamaica ($1,102 per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($409 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 Trinidad and Tobago (+67.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Caustic Soda Imports in the Dominican Republic

In 2022, imports of caustic soda into the Dominican Republic soared to 40K tons, growing by 38% on the year before. Overall, total imports indicated prominent growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.1% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +61.2% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, caustic soda imports surged to $22M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Caustic Soda in the Dominican Republic (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States7.34.85.85.1-11.3%
China2.00.71.01.1-18.1%
Mexico0.3N/A0.3N/A0.0%
Others0.90.30.716.2162.1%
Total10.55.77.722.428.7%

Top Suppliers of Caustic Soda to the Dominican Republic in 2022:

  1. Mexico (undefinedK tons)
  2. United States (23.4K tons)
  3. China (2.1K tons)

Caustic Soda Exports in the Dominican Republic

After two years of decline, overseas shipments of caustic soda increased by 41% to 538 tons in 2022. Overall, exports, however, faced a deep slump.

In value terms, caustic soda exports soared to $337K in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a noticeable reduction.

Export of Caustic Soda in the Dominican Republic (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States28013162.4145-19.7%
Saint Lucia24.07.623.116.2-12.3%
Jamaica17.45.014.19.0-19.7%
Trinidad and Tobago36.9N/AN/AN/A0%
FranceN/AN/A95.5N/A0%
Others11.03.31.0166147.1%
Total369147196337-3.0%

Top Export Markets for Caustic Soda from the Dominican Republic in 2022:

  1. United States (355.2 tons)
  2. Saint Lucia (27.1 tons)
  3. Jamaica (8.2 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda market in the Dominican Republic. 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:

  • Dominican Republic

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the Dominican Republic
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    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

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    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

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    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. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    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

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  11. 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 In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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