Republic of Korea - 4-Methylpentan-2-One (Methyl Isobutyl Ketone) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Price in South Korea - 2022

Contents:

  1. Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022
  2. Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022
  3. Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Exports in South Korea
  4. Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Imports in South Korea

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022

The average methyl isobutyl ketone export price stood at $1,202 per ton in December 2022, leveling off at the previous month. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2022 when the average export price increased by 18% against the previous month. The export price peaked at $2,148 per ton in December 2021; however, from January 2022 to December 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In December 2022, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($1,504 per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($1,165 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2021 to December 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (-0.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average methyl isobutyl ketone import price amounted to $2,217 per ton, picking up by 17% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a mild increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 50%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($2,306 per ton), while the price for Japan ($2,100 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Exports in South Korea

Methyl isobutyl ketone exports from South Korea shrank remarkably to 44K tons in 2022, which is down by -25.7% on 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, saw a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 150% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 59K tons, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

In value terms, methyl isobutyl ketone exports declined rapidly to $60M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 229% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $85M, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

Export of Methyl Isobutyl Ketone in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
India12.314.855.333.639.8%
China9.67.318.114.113.7%
Belgium0.20.20.85.3198.1%
Netherlands0.1N/A0.43.7233.2%
Vietnam0.71.02.51.219.7%
Germany1.6N/A4.20.1-60.3%
Others3.42.63.91.7-20.6%
Total28.025.985.259.728.7%

Top Export Markets for Methyl Isobutyl Ketone from South Korea in 2022:

  1. India (24.7K tons)
  2. China (11.5K tons)
  3. Belgium (3.3K tons)
  4. Netherlands (2.8K tons)
  5. Vietnam (0.7K tons)
  6. Germany (0.1K tons)

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone Imports in South Korea

Methyl isobutyl ketone imports into South Korea contracted notably to 2.8K tons in 2022, with a decrease of -43.5% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a sharp curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 13% against the previous year.

In value terms, methyl isobutyl ketone imports declined notably to $6.1M in 2022. In general, imports, however, posted buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 71%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $9.3M, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Import of Methyl Isobutyl Ketone in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South Africa2.32.74.32.41.4%
Japan1.31.72.62.219.2%
United States1.41.12.41.52.3%
Others0.1N/AN/AN/A0%
Total5.05.49.36.16.9%

Top Suppliers of Methyl Isobutyl Ketone to South Korea in 2022:

  1. Japan (1050.4 tons)
  2. South Africa (1043.2 tons)
  3. United States (670.3 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the methyl isobutyl ketone market in Republic of Korea. 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 20146215 - 4-Methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone)

Country coverage:

  • South Korea

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Republic of Korea
  • 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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