China - Polyesters in Primary Forms (excluding Polyacetals, Polyethers, Epoxide Resins, Polycarbonates, Alkyd Resins, Polyethylene Terephthalate, other Unsaturated Polyesters) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Price for Polyesters in Primary Forms in China - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Polyesters in Primary Forms in China (CIF) - 2023
  2. Price for Polyesters in Primary Forms in China (FOB) - 2023
  3. Imports of Polyesters in Primary Forms in China
  4. Exports of Polyesters in Primary Forms in China

Price for Polyesters in Primary Forms in China (CIF) - 2023

In June 2023, the average polyesters in primary forms import price amounted to $3,489 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous month. Overall, the import price, however, saw a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in December 2022 when the average import price increased by 4.1% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $4,373 per ton in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to June 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Germany ($6,178 per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($1,152 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+1.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Price for Polyesters in Primary Forms in China (FOB) - 2023

In June 2023, the average polyesters in primary forms export price amounted to $1,923 per ton, shrinking by -1.7% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in February 2023 when the average export price increased by 6.4% against the previous month. The export price peaked at $2,880 per ton in June 2022; however, from July 2022 to June 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Japan ($2,753 per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($1,473 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (-1.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Polyesters in Primary Forms in China

After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of polyesters in primary forms (excluding polyacetals, polyethers, epoxide resins, polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyethylene terephthalate, other unsaturated polyesters) decreased by -10.9% to 420K tons in 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 18%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 471K tons, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, polyesters in primary forms imports totaled $1.7B in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.4% 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 +42.1% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 34%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Import of Polyesters in Primary Forms in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States32634444251916.8%
Japan2512403063097.2%
South Korea93.196.713616120.0%
Malaysia83.560.678.882.5-0.4%
Thailand40.265.110969.720.1%
Germany49.244.459.260.67.2%
Netherlands26.228.634.939.614.8%
Singapore23.821.226.435.914.7%
Vietnam5.34.47.711.027.6%
Taiwan (Chinese)211N/AN/AN/A0%
Saudi Arabia15.94.90.3N/A-86.3%
Others92.535849344368.6%
Total1,2181,2681,6931,73012.4%

Top Suppliers of Polyesters in Primary Forms to China in 2022:

  1. Saudi Arabia (undefinedK tons)
  2. United States (107.2K tons)
  3. Japan (49.9K tons)
  4. South Korea (49.4K tons)
  5. Malaysia (39.8K tons)
  6. Thailand (29.5K tons)
  7. Singapore (13.2K tons)
  8. Germany (10.7K tons)
  9. Vietnam (8.3K tons)
  10. Netherlands (6.0K tons)

Exports of Polyesters in Primary Forms in China

For the fourth year in a row, China recorded growth in shipments abroad of polyesters in primary forms (excluding polyacetals, polyethers, epoxide resins, polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyethylene terephthalate, other unsaturated polyesters), which increased by 1.6% to 553K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +12.3% 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 +41.7% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 39%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, polyesters in primary forms exports reduced slightly to $1.4B in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 102% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $1.4B, leveling off in the following year.

Export of Polyesters in Primary Forms in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South Korea90.971.720019829.6%
Japan98.568.018814313.2%
Vietnam58.162.112012529.1%
India59.241.295.112327.6%
Netherlands38.047.055.886.031.3%
Italy32.843.874.080.835.1%
Thailand43.840.387.179.822.1%
Mexico26.722.841.248.722.2%
Spain16.524.942.745.039.7%
Russia15.117.437.343.342.1%
Malaysia21.522.743.136.719.5%
Indonesia16.213.029.536.531.1%
Turkey15.012.344.933.831.1%
Others23422738536315.8%
Total7667151,4441,44223.5%

Top Export Markets for Polyesters in Primary Forms from China in 2022:

  1. South Korea (81.0K tons)
  2. India (51.6K tons)
  3. Vietnam (47.1K tons)
  4. Japan (45.2K tons)
  5. Netherlands (31.9K tons)
  6. Thailand (27.9K tons)
  7. Italy (27.8K tons)
  8. Russia (21.0K tons)
  9. Mexico (19.8K tons)
  10. Turkey (16.3K tons)
  11. Spain (16.0K tons)
  12. Indonesia (13.7K tons)
  13. Malaysia (12.1K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for polyesters in primary forms in China. 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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  • Per Capita consumption
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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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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
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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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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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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  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
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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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