Thailand - Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Methanol Price in Thailand (CIF) - 2022
- Methanol Price in Thailand (FOB) - 2022
- Methanol Imports in Thailand
- Methanol Exports in Thailand
Methanol Price in Thailand (CIF) - 2022
The average methanol import price stood at $407 per ton in 2022, surging by 2.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 159%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $446 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Oman ($414 per ton) and Qatar ($413 per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($359 per ton) and Brunei Darussalam ($380 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bahrain (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Methanol Price in Thailand (FOB) - 2022
The average methanol export price stood at $592 per ton in 2022, rising by 7.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, faced a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 216%. The export price peaked at $2,787 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was India ($1,477 per ton), while the average price for exports to Cambodia ($446 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 Lao People's Democratic Republic (-4.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
Methanol Imports in Thailand
After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of methanol (methyl alcohol) decreased by -8% to 754K tons in 2022. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 3.2%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 819K tons, and then dropped in the following year.
In value terms, methanol imports reduced to $307M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +10.2% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +57.7% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 67%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $325M, and then declined in the following year.
| Import of Methanol in Thailand (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Saudi Arabia | 75.3 | 76.1 | 135 | 129 | 19.7% |
| Malaysia | 52.7 | 31.2 | 59.4 | 55.5 | 1.7% |
| Bahrain | 17.6 | 23.3 | 58.8 | 39.0 | 30.4% |
| Oman | N/A | 8.6 | 15.0 | 32.0 | 92.9% |
| Brunei Darussalam | 18.8 | 18.1 | 31.3 | 25.7 | 11.0% |
| Qatar | 42.8 | 22.8 | 19.1 | 13.4 | -32.1% |
| Indonesia | 20.4 | 11.3 | 5.0 | N/A | -50.5% |
| Others | 1.5 | 3.3 | 1.6 | 11.9 | 99.4% |
| Total | 229 | 194 | 325 | 307 | 10.3% |
Top Suppliers of Methanol to Thailand in 2022:
- Indonesia (undefinedK tons)
- Saudi Arabia (328.9K tons)
- Malaysia (142.2K tons)
- Bahrain (97.0K tons)
- Oman (77.2K tons)
- Brunei Darussalam (67.5K tons)
- Qatar (32.5K tons)
Methanol Exports in Thailand
In 2022, the amount of methanol (methyl alcohol) exported from Thailand reached 3.6K tons, remaining constant against the year before. Overall, exports saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 325% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, methanol exports rose remarkably to $2.1M in 2022. In general, exports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 272% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.
| Export of Methanol in Thailand (Thousand USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Cambodia | N/A | 145 | 1,308 | 1,412 | 212.1% |
| India | 80.4 | 61.6 | 107 | 120 | 14.3% |
| Lao People's Democratic Republic | 32.5 | 58.9 | 168 | 112 | 51.0% |
| Others | 262 | 261 | 376 | 462 | 20.8% |
| Total | 375 | 527 | 1,960 | 2,106 | 77.7% |
Top Export Markets for Methanol from Thailand in 2022:
- Cambodia (3169.4 tons)
- Lao People's Democratic Republic (179.2 tons)
- India (81.4 tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the methanol market in Thailand. 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 20142210 - Methanol (methyl alcohol)
Country coverage:
- Thailand
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Thailand
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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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
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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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
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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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