India - Chloromethane (Methyl Chloride) And Chloroethane (Ethyl Chloride) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Chloromethane and Chloroethane Price in India - 2023

Contents:

  1. Chloromethane and Chloroethane Price in India (CIF) - 2022
  2. Chloromethane and Chloroethane Price in India (FOB) - 2022
  3. Chloromethane and Chloroethane Imports in India
  4. Chloromethane and Chloroethane Exports in India

Chloromethane and Chloroethane Price in India (CIF) - 2022

The average chloromethane and chloroethane import price stood at $1,631 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 21% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a abrupt descent. The import price peaked at $4,188 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($3,228 per ton), while the price for China ($1,292 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+2.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Chloromethane and Chloroethane Price in India (FOB) - 2022

The average chloromethane and chloroethane export price stood at $2,962 per ton in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a slight increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 214%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $4,659 per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($3,342 per ton), while the average price for exports to Kenya ($827 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 Russia (+6.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chloromethane and Chloroethane Imports in India

For the third consecutive year, India recorded decline in overseas purchases of chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride), which decreased by -25% to 1.7K tons in 2022. Overall, imports faced a drastic downturn. The smallest decline of -2.6% was in 2020.

In value terms, chloromethane and chloroethane imports fell to $2.8M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 11% against the previous year.

Import of Chloromethane and Chloroethane in India (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China1,9401,6631,6381,665-5.0%
Netherlands1,080930877756-11.2%
United States46.940.646228682.7%
Others0.399.848.648.9446.3%
Total3,0672,7343,0262,757-3.5%

Top Suppliers of Chloromethane and Chloroethane to India in 2022:

  1. China (1288.7 tons)
  2. Netherlands (292.4 tons)
  3. United States (88.7 tons)

Chloromethane and Chloroethane Exports in India

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) decreased by -20.8% to 83 tons in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a resilient expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +14.0% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +48.3% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 38%.

In value terms, chloromethane and chloroethane exports dropped sharply to $247K in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated strong growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.3% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +27.2% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 55%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $316K, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Export of Chloromethane and Chloroethane in India (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Arab EmiratesN/A0.398.11642238.1%
Saudi Arabia56.982.912879.511.8%
KenyaN/AN/AN/A1.10%
Nepal6.0N/A0.20.5-56.3%
United States64.746.063.2N/A-1.2%
SingaporeN/A28.424.8N/A-12.7%
Others66.846.21.31.7-70.6%
Total1942043162478.4%

Top Export Markets for Chloromethane and Chloroethane from India in 2022:

  1. United Arab Emirates (49.1 tons)
  2. Saudi Arabia (32.3 tons)
  3. Kenya (1.4 tons)
  4. Nepal (0.6 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chloromethane and chloroethane market in India. 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 20141313 - Chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride)

Country coverage:

  • India

Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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    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
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    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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