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Guatemala - Polyvinyl Chloride in Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Polyvinyl Chloride Price in Guatemala - 2023

Polyvinyl Chloride Price in Guatemala (CIF) - 2023

The average polyvinyl chloride import price stood at $956 per ton in October 2023, rising by 4.9% against the previous month. Overall, the import price, however, showed a mild downturn. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $1,096 per ton in October 2022; however, from November 2022 to October 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In October 2023, the country with the highest price was El Salvador ($1,798 per ton), while the price for the United States ($897 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From October 2022 to October 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (-0.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Polyvinyl Chloride Price in Guatemala (FOB) - 2023

The average polyvinyl chloride export price stood at $1,691 per ton in October 2023, with an increase of 3.1% against the previous month. In general, the export price, however, showed a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2023 when the average export price increased by 27% against the previous month. The export price peaked at $2,323 per ton in November 2022; however, from December 2022 to October 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In October 2023, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($2,028 per ton), while the average price for exports to Honduras ($1,607 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From October 2022 to October 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Costa Rica (-0.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Polyvinyl Chloride Imports in Guatemala

In 2022, polyvinyl chloride imports into Guatemala dropped to 80K tons, with a decrease of -11.1% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, showed mild growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 19%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 90K tons, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, polyvinyl chloride imports dropped to $130M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 104% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $150M, and then reduced in the following year.

Import of Polyvinyl Chloride in Guatemala (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	60.6	57.3	115	96.7	16.9%
Mexico	5.5	7.9	17.6	13.0	33.2%
El Salvador	6.4	7.3	13.0	13.0	26.6%
China	0.3	0.1	1.7	3.0	115.4%
South Korea	0.1	N/A	N/A	2.6	196.2%
Others	0.8	0.8	2.1	2.0	35.7%
Total	73.7	73.3	150	130	20.8%

Top Suppliers of Polyvinyl Chloride to Guatemala in 2022:

United States (62.3K tons)
Mexico (7.4K tons)
El Salvador (5.4K tons)
China (1.8K tons)
South Korea (1.6K tons)

Polyvinyl Chloride Exports in Guatemala

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of polyvinyl chloride decreased by -18.4% to 4.1K tons in 2022. In general, total exports indicated prominent growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +10.5% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 58%.

In value terms, polyvinyl chloride exports reduced modestly to $9.8M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 58%.

Export of Polyvinyl Chloride in Guatemala (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Honduras	2.3	3.2	4.8	5.0	29.5%
El Salvador	0.4	1.6	2.3	1.7	62.0%
Mexico	1.1	1.7	1.9	1.6	13.3%
Costa Rica	0.3	0.1	0.4	1.2	58.7%
Nicaragua	N/A	N/A	N/A	0.2	0%
Peru	N/A	0.1	0.5	N/A	400.0%
Others	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Total	4.2	6.7	10.1	9.8	32.6%

Top Export Markets for Polyvinyl Chloride from Guatemala in 2022:

Honduras (2180.6 tons)
El Salvador (709.8 tons)
Mexico (584.9 tons)
Costa Rica (543.7 tons)
Nicaragua (81.6 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polyvinyl chloride market in Guatemala. 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 20163010 - Polyvinyl chloride, not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms
Prodcom 20163023 - Non-plasticised polyvinyl chloride mixed with any other substance, in primary forms
Prodcom 20163025 - Plasticised polyvinyl chloride mixed with any other substance, i n primary forms

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Guatemala

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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
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The Largest Import Supplying Countries
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The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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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
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6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
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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