Singapore - Potassium Hydroxide (Caustic Potash) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Potassium Hydroxide Price in Singapore - 2022

Contents:

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

Potassium Hydroxide Price in Singapore (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average potassium hydroxide import price amounted to $1,082 per ton, picking up by 23% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The import price peaked at $2,150 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($5,275 per ton), while the price for Thailand ($714 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Norway (+5.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Potassium Hydroxide Price in Singapore (FOB) - 2022

The average potassium hydroxide export price stood at $3,331 per ton in 2022, rising by 2.2% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 25%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were the Philippines ($4,010 per ton) and South Korea ($3,748 per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($3,170 per ton) and China ($3,561 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 China (+7.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Potassium Hydroxide Imports in Singapore

After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) decreased by -18.1% to 24K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 12%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 29K tons, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide imports reached $26M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.3% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 11%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Import of Potassium Hydroxide in Singapore (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South Korea3.12.85.115.370.3%
United States6.78.18.74.3-13.7%
Thailand0.51.61.62.468.7%
Taiwan (Chinese)0.90.91.01.210.1%
Germany2.52.02.30.8-31.6%
Malaysia5.45.13.7N/A-17.2%
Others2.72.53.11.7-14.3%
Total21.922.925.525.65.3%

Top Suppliers of Potassium Hydroxide to Singapore in 2022:

  1. Malaysia (undefinedK tons)
  2. South Korea (17.1K tons)
  3. Thailand (3.3K tons)
  4. Taiwan (Chinese) (0.9K tons)
  5. Germany (0.9K tons)
  6. United States (0.8K tons)

Potassium Hydroxide Exports in Singapore

In 2022, exports of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) from Singapore dropped rapidly to 1.5K tons, waning by -28.7% against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 39% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 2.1K tons, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide exports plummeted to $5M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated resilient growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +15.8% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 42% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $6.9M, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Export of Potassium Hydroxide in Singapore (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Malaysia4.03.95.43.9-0.8%
South Korea0.10.71.10.571.0%
Philippines0.10.10.10.458.7%
Others0.20.20.20.314.5%
Total4.44.96.95.04.4%

Top Export Markets for Potassium Hydroxide from Singapore in 2022:

  1. Malaysia (1218.5 tons)
  2. South Korea (121.2 tons)
  3. Philippines (103.3 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potassium hydroxide market in Singapore. 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:

  • Singapore

Data coverage:

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