Malaysia - Primary Polyethylene with a Specific Gravity of over 0,94 - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Polyethylene Price in Malaysia - 2021

Contents:

  1. Polyethylene Price in Malaysia (CIF) - 2021
  2. Polyethylene Price in Malaysia (FOB) - 2021
  3. Polyethylene Imports in Malaysia
  4. Polyethylene Exports in Malaysia

Polyethylene Price in Malaysia (CIF) - 2021

The average polyethylene import price stood at $1,203 per ton in December 2021, approximately reflecting the previous month. Over the period from December 2020 to December 2021, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.9%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2021 when the average import price increased by 15% m-o-m. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $1,208 per ton in May 2021; afterwards, it flattened through to December 2021.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In December 2021, the highest price was recorded for prices from Singapore ($1,361 per ton) and Thailand ($1,351 per ton), while the price for the United States ($1,008 per ton) and Saudi Arabia ($1,130 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From December 2020 to December 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polyethylene Price in Malaysia (FOB) - 2021

The average polyethylene export price stood at $1,189 per ton in December 2021, almost unchanged from the previous month. Over the period from December 2020 to December 2021, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.1%. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2021 an increase of 15% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $1,198 per ton in May 2021; afterwards, it flattened through to December 2021.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In December 2021, the country with the highest price was Togo ($1,703 per ton), while the average price for exports to Hong Kong SAR ($958 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2020 to December 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Pakistan (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polyethylene Imports in Malaysia

In 2022, overseas purchases of polyethylene with a specific gravity of more then 0,94, in primary forms were finally on the rise to reach 558K tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, saw a deep slump.

In value terms, polyethylene imports stood at $531M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt slump.

Import of Polyethylene in Malaysia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Saudi Arabia393251190224-17.1%
United States79.385.468.274.9-1.9%
Singapore79.057.871.668.3-4.7%
Thailand49.237.153.245.5-2.6%
United Arab Emirates62.442.049.242.1-12.3%
Qatar24.312.818.816.1-12.8%
South Korea14.28.812.95.9-25.4%
Others62.144.659.654.2-4.4%
Total764539524531-11.4%

Top Suppliers of Polyethylene to Malaysia in 2022:

  1. Saudi Arabia (250.0K tons)
  2. United States (92.9K tons)
  3. Singapore (61.0K tons)
  4. United Arab Emirates (44.9K tons)
  5. Thailand (41.3K tons)
  6. Qatar (16.5K tons)
  7. South Korea (4.7K tons)

Polyethylene Exports in Malaysia

In 2022, overseas shipments of polyethylene with a specific gravity of more then 0,94, in primary forms were finally on the rise to reach 533K tons after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a perceptible reduction.

In value terms, polyethylene exports contracted to $478M in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by less than 0.1% against the previous year.

Export of Polyethylene in Malaysia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Vietnam10990.11071193.0%
Indonesia91.362.782.491.30.0%
Philippines34.831.945.059.919.8%
China23218989.233.1-47.7%
India10.716.213.222.828.7%
Bangladesh2.64.020.022.2104.4%
Pakistan3.17.518.220.186.5%
Japan10.08.411.419.324.5%
Thailand14.613.915.417.15.4%
Australia8.08.59.210.28.4%
Hong Kong SAR15.35.73.33.4-39.4%
Others56.639.462.859.21.5%
Total588478478478-6.7%

Top Export Markets for Polyethylene from Malaysia in 2022:

  1. Vietnam (166.8K tons)
  2. Indonesia (104.8K tons)
  3. Philippines (53.8K tons)
  4. China (39.2K tons)
  5. Bangladesh (21.6K tons)
  6. India (21.2K tons)
  7. Pakistan (20.3K tons)
  8. Thailand (19.7K tons)
  9. Japan (15.9K tons)
  10. Australia (11.1K tons)
  11. Hong Kong SAR (4.5K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polyethylene market in Malaysia. 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 20161050 - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of . 0,94, in primary forms

Country coverage:

  • Malaysia

Data coverage:

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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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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