Brazil - Polycarbonates (In Primary Forms) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Polycarbonate Price in Brazil - 2023

Contents:

  1. Polycarbonate Price in Brazil (CIF) - 2023
  2. Polycarbonate Price in Brazil (FOB) - 2022
  3. Polycarbonate Imports in Brazil
  4. Polycarbonate Exports in Brazil

Polycarbonate Price in Brazil (CIF) - 2023

In July 2023, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $3,078 per ton, picking up by 1.9% against the previous month. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in December 2022 when the average import price increased by 13% against the previous month. The import price peaked at $3,203 per ton in October 2022; however, from November 2022 to July 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was Canada ($5,947 per ton), while the price for Saudi Arabia ($2,100 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+1.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polycarbonate Price in Brazil (FOB) - 2022

The average polycarbonate export price stood at $4,100 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 4.5% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 28% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $4,431 per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($11,749 per ton), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) ($1,167 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 the United States (+14.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polycarbonate Imports in Brazil

After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of polycarbonates (in primary forms) decreased by -7.7% to 46K tons in 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.3% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 26% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 50K tons, and then contracted in the following year.

In value terms, polycarbonate imports rose markedly to $145M in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +15.4% 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 +59.1% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 47% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Import of Polycarbonate in Brazil (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States31.131.431.143.411.7%
Germany14.29.925.229.727.9%
South Korea23.931.936.823.90.0%
Saudi ArabiaN/AN/AN/A14.70%
China9.73.16.111.14.6%
Thailand1.31.45.85.157.7%
Netherlands3.51.71.54.26.3%
Saint Lucia3.84.610.0N/A62.2%
Others6.97.217.513.023.5%
Total94.591.213414515.3%

Top Suppliers of Polycarbonate to Brazil in 2022:

  1. United States (17.5K tons)
  2. Germany (9.6K tons)
  3. South Korea (6.3K tons)
  4. Saudi Arabia (4.8K tons)
  5. China (3.0K tons)
  6. Netherlands (1.4K tons)
  7. Thailand (1.1K tons)

Polycarbonate Exports in Brazil

In 2022, overseas shipments of polycarbonates (in primary forms) decreased by -13% to 222 tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 18%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 256 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polycarbonate exports fell to $911K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a slight downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 4.5%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $1M, and then shrank in the following year.

Export of Polycarbonate in Brazil (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Colombia85.087.82731119.3%
EcuadorN/AN/A40.146.516.0%
Paraguay24.35.19.538.516.6%
Argentina58158420419.5-67.7%
Chile10.72.648.013.27.2%
India0.6N/AN/A12.5175.2%
China98.11422228.7-55.4%
Taiwan (Chinese)13.51.90.88.6-14.0%
Japan41.668.0N/AN/A63.5%
Others10667.720465383.3%
Total9609581,001911-1.7%

Top Export Markets for Polycarbonate from Brazil in 2022:

  1. Colombia (20.8 tons)
  2. Ecuador (12.5 tons)
  3. India (9.0 tons)
  4. Taiwan (Chinese) (7.4 tons)
  5. Argentina (5.5 tons)
  6. Chile (3.3 tons)
  7. Paraguay (3.3 tons)
  8. China (1.9 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polycarbonate market in Brazil. 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 20164040 - Polycarbonates, in primary forms

Country coverage:

  • Brazil

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
  • 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
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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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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    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
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    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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