Egypt - Potassium Hydroxide (Caustic Potash) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Potassium Hydroxide Price in Egypt - 2023

Contents:

  1. Potassium Hydroxide Price in Egypt (CIF) - 2022
  2. Potassium Hydroxide Price in Egypt (FOB) - 2022
  3. Potassium Hydroxide Imports in Egypt
  4. Potassium Hydroxide Exports in Egypt

Potassium Hydroxide Price in Egypt (CIF) - 2022

The average potassium hydroxide import price stood at $916 per ton in 2022, picking up by 6.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 24% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $1,148 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($1,655 per ton), while the price for Italy ($803 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Jordan (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Potassium Hydroxide Price in Egypt (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average potassium hydroxide export price amounted to $854 per ton, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 59%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $1,151 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the 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 Israel ($942 per ton), while the average price for exports to Sudan ($513 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 Sudan (-0.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Potassium Hydroxide Imports in Egypt

In 2022, supplies from abroad of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) decreased by -21.6% to 2K tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports saw a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 6.1% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 4K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide imports reduced sharply to $1.9M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt decrease. The smallest decline of -3.6% was in 2020.

Import of Potassium Hydroxide in Egypt (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South Korea1,473733503917-14.6%
Belgium10124915735251.6%
China480632353207-24.4%
Jordan340289207184-18.5%
Italy65.238.07.573.23.9%
France11394.462.752.6-22.5%
Russia38297133251.7-48.7%
Romania171N/AN/AN/A0%
Others27927460016.2-61.3%
Total3,4043,2812,2231,854-18.3%

Top Suppliers of Potassium Hydroxide to Egypt in 2022:

  1. South Korea (1129.5 tons)
  2. Belgium (427.7 tons)
  3. China (124.9 tons)
  4. Jordan (111.1 tons)
  5. Italy (91.1 tons)
  6. France (65.0 tons)
  7. Russia (63.8 tons)

Potassium Hydroxide Exports in Egypt

In 2022, the amount of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) exported from Egypt declined rapidly to 16 tons, falling by -24.9% against 2021 figures. In general, exports continue to indicate a sharp descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 99%.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide exports reduced remarkably to $14K in 2022. Overall, exports faced a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 100% against the previous year.

Export of Potassium Hydroxide in Egypt (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Israel9297.414.311.6-76.8%
Sudan1591.42.91.6-78.4%
Syrian Arab Republic57.90.51.00.5-79.5%
OthersN/AN/A0.20.20.0%
Total1,1469.218.413.8-77.1%

Top Export Markets for Potassium Hydroxide from Egypt in 2022:

  1. Israel (12.3 tons)
  2. Sudan (3.0 tons)
  3. Syrian Arab Republic (0.8 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potassium hydroxide market in Egypt. 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 20132530 - Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash)

Country coverage:

  • Egypt

Data coverage:

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