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Sri Lanka - Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excluding Soap) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) in Sri Lanka - 2021

Price for Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) in Sri Lanka (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) amounted to $2,345 per ton, growing by 70% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible slump. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $3,713 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 South Korea ($8,417 per ton), while the price for China ($1,673 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) in Sri Lanka (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average export price for cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) amounted to $3,425 per ton, growing by 20% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated slight growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) export price increased by +79.0% against 2016 indices. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was India ($8,353 per ton), while the average price for exports to Bangladesh amounted to $1,765 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to India (+16.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) in Sri Lanka

In 2022, overseas purchases of cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap) decreased by -72.1% to 550 tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, imports saw a sharp shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 24% against the previous year.

In value terms, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) imports declined rapidly to $1.3M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 40% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $2.7M, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Import of Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) in Sri Lanka (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	306	183	1,291	667	29.7%
India	406	570	457	286	-11.0%
South Korea	160	188	193	121	-8.9%
United Kingdom	514	594	314	116	-39.1%
Netherlands	7.4	13.7	16.1	24.7	49.4%
Others	575	394	444	73.9	-49.5%
Total	1,968	1,944	2,715	1,289	-13.2%

Top Suppliers of Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) to Sri Lanka in 2022:

China (398.4 tons)
India (84.4 tons)
United Kingdom (33.0 tons)
South Korea (14.3 tons)
Netherlands (13.4 tons)

Exports of Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) in Sri Lanka

Cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) exports from Sri Lanka skyrocketed to 3 tons in 2022, increasing by 35% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 93% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 10 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) exports skyrocketed to $10K in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 74%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $25K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) in Sri Lanka (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
India	0.3	0.8	0.5	6.0	171.4%
Bangladesh	10.6	1.2	0.8	4.0	-27.7%
China	N/A	14.5	N/A	N/A	0%
Vietnam	N/A	6.0	N/A	N/A	0%
Ethiopia	2.8	1.8	0.9	N/A	-43.3%
Others	0.3	0.2	4.2	0.3	0.0%
Total	14.1	24.6	6.3	10.3	-9.9%

Top Export Markets for Cationic Surface-Active Agents (Excl. Soap) from Sri Lanka in 2022:

Bangladesh (2.3 tons)
India (0.7 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for cationic surface-active agents (excl. soap) in Sri Lanka. 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.

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Prodcom 20412030 - Cationic surface-active agents (excluding soap)

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Sri Lanka

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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
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Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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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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