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

Contents:

  1. Potassium Hydroxide Price in Thailand (CIF) - 2023
  2. Potassium Hydroxide Price in Thailand (FOB) - 2023
  3. Potassium Hydroxide Imports in Thailand
  4. Potassium Hydroxide Exports in Thailand

Potassium Hydroxide Price in Thailand (CIF) - 2023

In September 2023, the average potassium hydroxide import price amounted to $985 per ton, with a decrease of -8.8% against the previous month. Overall, the import price recorded a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in February 2023 when the average import price increased by 20% m-o-m. The import price peaked at $1,446 per ton in November 2022; however, from December 2022 to September 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2023, the countries with the highest prices were South Korea ($1,202 per ton) and Japan ($1,173 per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($804 per ton) and China ($860 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+1.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Potassium Hydroxide Price in Thailand (FOB) - 2023

The average potassium hydroxide export price stood at $663 per ton in September 2023, almost unchanged from the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in February 2023 an increase of 86% month-to-month. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $1,684 per ton. From March 2023 to September 2023, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In September 2023, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($665 per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore stood at $662 per ton.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (-2.8%).

Potassium Hydroxide Imports in Thailand

In 2022, overseas purchases of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) decreased by -15.8% to 13K tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 9.9% against the previous year.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide imports soared to $16M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +11.2% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Potassium Hydroxide in Thailand (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South Korea6.97.66.78.15.5%
China1.83.04.75.444.2%
Taiwan (Chinese)1.70.40.80.9-19.1%
Japan0.51.21.00.711.9%
Hong Kong SARN/AN/AN/A0.40%
Others0.90.80.70.5-17.8%
Total11.813.013.916.211.1%

Top Suppliers of Potassium Hydroxide to Thailand in 2022:

  1. South Korea (5.8K tons)
  2. China (5.6K tons)
  3. Taiwan (Chinese) (0.6K tons)
  4. Japan (0.6K tons)
  5. Hong Kong SAR (0.5K tons)

Potassium Hydroxide Exports in Thailand

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash), when their volume decreased by -22.4% to 3.8K tons. In general, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 162%.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide exports skyrocketed to $3M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 110%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Export of Potassium Hydroxide in Thailand (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Singapore5191,6021,5382,34765.4%
Indonesia30.327.8109277109.1%
Malaysia27630340545.1-45.3%
New Zealand83.346.746.8N/A-25.0%
Others20635737733217.2%
Total1,1142,3362,4753,00239.2%

Top Export Markets for Potassium Hydroxide from Thailand in 2022:

  1. Singapore (3314.4 tons)
  2. Indonesia (367.7 tons)
  3. Malaysia (48.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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

  • Thailand

Data coverage:

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