Switzerland - Diols And Polyhydric Alcohols - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Price for Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland
  4. Exports of Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland

Price for Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average diols and polyhydric alcohols import price amounted to $4,338 per ton, rising by 9% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a mild expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 110%. The import price peaked at $7,593 per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat 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 the United States ($6,360 per ton), while the price for Sweden ($3,293 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovakia (+13.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland (FOB) - 2022

The average diols and polyhydric alcohols export price stood at $21,062 per ton in 2022, increasing by 13% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 15%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $29,678 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($35,993 per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($5,480 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 Germany (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland

In 2022, approx. 13K tons of diols and polyhydric alcohols (excluding ethylene glycol and propylene glycol, d-glucitol) were imported into Switzerland; surging by 6.1% against 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 78%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, diols and polyhydric alcohols imports skyrocketed to $58M in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated resilient growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.6% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +49.3% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 29%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Import of Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany25.725.132.432.88.5%
China2.32.03.25.332.1%
Finland3.23.53.95.016.0%
France2.21.71.73.213.3%
Saudi Arabia0.40.31.52.481.7%
United States1.41.72.02.318.0%
India1.31.60.81.67.2%
Netherlands1.00.91.51.514.5%
Brazil0.90.70.81.415.9%
Sweden1.10.70.91.0-3.1%
Others1.41.01.71.910.7%
Total40.939.150.558.312.5%

Top Suppliers of Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols to Switzerland in 2022:

  1. Germany (7.7K tons)
  2. Finland (1.2K tons)
  3. China (1.2K tons)
  4. Saudi Arabia (0.6K tons)
  5. France (0.5K tons)
  6. Brazil (0.4K tons)
  7. India (0.4K tons)
  8. United States (0.4K tons)
  9. Netherlands (0.3K tons)
  10. Sweden (0.3K tons)

Exports of Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of diols and polyhydric alcohols (excluding ethylene glycol and propylene glycol, d-glucitol) decreased by -2.7% to 133 tons in 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.8% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 34%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 137 tons, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

In value terms, diols and polyhydric alcohols exports totaled $2.8M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.8% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +68.7% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Export of Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols in Switzerland (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany4852329091,31839.5%
United States4834575465474.2%
Singapore79.172.438.520136.5%
Venezuela0.10.213.3109929.1%
France36.881.293.810039.5%
United Kingdom38.059.390.390.033.3%
Italy93.214.59.189.3-1.4%
Poland15.711.719.668.163.1%
China97.967.312354.1-17.9%
Indonesia5.972.831.734.079.3%
Spain62.475.41480.1-88.3%
Others460521536198-24.5%
Total1,8581,6652,5582,81014.8%

Top Export Markets for Diols and Polyhydric Alcohols from Switzerland in 2022:

  1. Spain (undefined tons)
  2. Germany (36.6 tons)
  3. United States (26.1 tons)
  4. France (18.3 tons)
  5. Singapore (17.7 tons)
  6. Venezuela (9.8 tons)
  7. Poland (5.3 tons)
  8. Italy (3.8 tons)
  9. United Kingdom (3.4 tons)
  10. Indonesia (3.2 tons)
  11. China (3.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for diols and polyhydric alcohols in Switzerland. 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 20142339 - Diols and polyhydric alcohols (excluding ethylene glycol and propylene glycol, D-glucitol)

Country coverage:

  • Switzerland

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Switzerland
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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  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
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  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
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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    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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