Republic of Korea - O-Xylene - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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O-Xylene Price in South Korea - 2022

Contents:

  1. O-Xylene Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022
  2. O-Xylene Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022
  3. O-Xylene Exports in South Korea
  4. O-Xylene Imports in South Korea

O-Xylene Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022

The average o-xylene export price stood at $1,116 per ton in 2022, picking up by 36% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 45% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $1,468 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Belgium ($1,204 per ton) and the United States ($1,163 per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($986 per ton) and China ($1,059 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Pakistan (+12.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

O-Xylene Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022

The average o-xylene import price stood at $1,051 per ton in 2022, rising by 19% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 29% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $1,497 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($1,181 per ton), while the price for Japan stood at $1,053 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+17.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

O-Xylene Exports in South Korea

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of o-xylene increased by 132% to 86K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a resilient increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, o-xylene exports skyrocketed to $96M in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a resilient expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of O-Xylene in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Netherlands12.1N/A3.026.329.5%
BelgiumN/AN/AN/A18.20%
United StatesN/A4.4N/A17.398.3%
China19.621.69.612.3-14.4%
Pakistan1.9N/A2.39.067.9%
Taiwan (Chinese)18.44.52.08.3-23.3%
India0.9N/A2.25.077.1%
Indonesia2.6N/A4.2N/A27.1%
United Arab EmiratesN/A1.14.5N/A309.1%
Italy5.2N/A1.8N/A-41.2%
Others0.1N/A0.9N/A200.0%
Total60.731.630.596.316.6%

Top Export Markets for O-Xylene from South Korea in 2022:

  1. Indonesia (undefinedK tons)
  2. Netherlands (24.2K tons)
  3. Belgium (15.2K tons)
  4. United States (14.9K tons)
  5. China (11.6K tons)
  6. Pakistan (7.9K tons)
  7. Taiwan (Chinese) (7.5K tons)
  8. India (5.0K tons)

O-Xylene Imports in South Korea

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of o-xylene, when their volume decreased by -28.8% to 6.1K tons. Overall, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.3% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 53%.

In value terms, o-xylene imports contracted to $6.4M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.3% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +49.3% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 42%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $7.5M, and then declined in the following year.

Import of O-Xylene in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Japan4.23.53.46.314.5%
ThailandN/AN/A2.5N/A0%
United StatesN/A1.7N/AN/A0%
SingaporeN/AN/A1.5N/A0%
OthersN/AN/AN/A0.10%
Total4.35.37.56.414.2%

Top Suppliers of O-Xylene to South Korea in 2022:

  1. United States (undefinedK tons)
  2. Japan (6.0K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the o-xylene 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 20141243 - o-Xylene

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

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  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
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  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
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    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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