Germany - Propylene Glycol (Propane-1,2-Diol) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Propylene Glycol Price in Germany (FOB) - 2023
- Propylene Glycol Price in Germany (CIF) - 2023
- Propylene Glycol Exports in Germany
- Propylene Glycol Imports in Germany
Propylene Glycol Price in Germany (FOB) - 2023
The average propylene glycol export price stood at $1,644 per ton in August 2023, reducing by -2.3% against the previous month. Overall, the export price showed a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in November 2022 an increase of 1.2% month-to-month. The export price peaked at $2,620 per ton in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to August 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Turkey ($2,106 per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($1,358 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Switzerland (-2.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
Propylene Glycol Price in Germany (CIF) - 2023
In August 2023, the average propylene glycol import price amounted to $1,321 per ton, waning by -12.7% against the previous month. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2023 when the average import price increased by 3.2% against the previous month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $2,483 per ton in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to August 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In August 2023, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($1,766 per ton), while the price for China ($1,110 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-3.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
Propylene Glycol Exports in Germany
In 2022, the amount of propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol) exported from Germany shrank sharply to 199K tons, dropping by -24.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 5% against the previous year.
In value terms, propylene glycol exports dropped to $562M in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 113%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $645M, and then reduced in the following year.
| Export of Propylene Glycol in Germany (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| France | 62.7 | 47.7 | 98.7 | 69.0 | 3.2% |
| Belgium | 30.5 | 23.7 | 46.4 | 64.7 | 28.5% |
| Netherlands | 38.1 | 36.2 | 68.6 | 52.1 | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 13.8 | 13.5 | 28.0 | 51.3 | 54.9% |
| Spain | 36.0 | 29.0 | 55.2 | 50.3 | 11.8% |
| United Kingdom | 23.2 | 19.4 | 41.3 | 47.0 | 26.5% |
| Italy | 37.6 | 25.5 | 67.6 | 44.5 | 5.8% |
| Poland | 22.2 | 21.7 | 46.5 | 26.0 | 5.4% |
| Sweden | 9.5 | 5.0 | 19.9 | 16.0 | 19.0% |
| Switzerland | 11.1 | 8.3 | 14.7 | 14.8 | 10.1% |
| Finland | 15.2 | 8.4 | 19.2 | 14.7 | -1.1% |
| Denmark | 6.5 | 6.4 | 12.2 | 10.5 | 17.3% |
| United States | 0.2 | 0.2 | 4.0 | 7.1 | 228.7% |
| Others | 59.0 | 57.5 | 122 | 94.1 | 16.8% |
| Total | 366 | 303 | 645 | 562 | 15.4% |
Top Export Markets for Propylene Glycol from Germany in 2022:
- France (27.2K tons)
- Belgium (24.4K tons)
- Netherlands (19.3K tons)
- Spain (17.7K tons)
- Ireland (16.9K tons)
- Italy (16.5K tons)
- United Kingdom (16.2K tons)
- Poland (9.4K tons)
- Sweden (6.2K tons)
- Finland (5.5K tons)
- Switzerland (5.1K tons)
- Denmark (3.6K tons)
- United States (3.3K tons)
Propylene Glycol Imports in Germany
In 2022, imports of propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol) into Germany surged to 33K tons, growing by 38% against the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.1% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, propylene glycol imports soared to $90M in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 155%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
| Import of Propylene Glycol in Germany (Million USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Netherlands | 14.4 | 11.9 | 31.2 | 33.2 | 32.1% |
| Spain | 7.8 | 6.0 | 19.6 | 23.3 | 44.0% |
| Belgium | 8.4 | 7.1 | 13.5 | 8.4 | 0.0% |
| China | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 5.9 | 145.2% |
| France | 2.8 | 2.6 | 5.5 | 5.0 | 21.3% |
| Poland | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 2.2 | 122.4% |
| South Korea | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 2.1 | 175.9% |
| Others | 1.8 | 1.8 | 5.0 | 10.1 | 77.7% |
| Total | 35.9 | 30.0 | 76.5 | 90.2 | 35.9% |
Top Suppliers of Propylene Glycol to Germany in 2022:
- Netherlands (12.1K tons)
- Spain (7.8K tons)
- Belgium (2.8K tons)
- China (2.7K tons)
- France (1.6K tons)
- South Korea (0.9K tons)
- Poland (0.7K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the propylene glycol market in Germany. 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 20142320 - Propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol)
Country coverage:
- Germany
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Germany
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
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8. IMPORTS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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