Republic of Korea - Styrene-Acrylonitrile (San) Copolymers In Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Price in South Korea - 2022

Contents:

  1. Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022
  2. Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022
  3. Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Exports in South Korea
  4. Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Imports in South Korea

Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Price in South Korea (FOB) - 2022

In December 2022, the average styrene-acrylonitrile copolymers export price amounted to $1,467 per ton, with a decrease of -3% against the previous month. In general, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in February 2022 an increase of 3.9% m-o-m. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $1,930 per ton. From March 2022 to December 2022, the the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In December 2022, the country with the highest price was the United States ($2,097 per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($1,331 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2021 to December 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (-0.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Price in South Korea (CIF) - 2022

The average styrene-acrylonitrile copolymers import price stood at $1,842 per ton in December 2022, with a decrease of -1.7% against the previous month. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in August 2022 when the average import price increased by 6.7% against the previous month. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $2,273 per ton. From September 2022 to December 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In December 2022, the country with the highest price was Japan ($3,990 per ton), while the price for Thailand ($1,450 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2021 to December 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Exports in South Korea

In 2022, shipments abroad of styrene-acrylonitrile (san) copolymers in primary forms decreased by -16% to 176K tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports recorded a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 8.7%.

In value terms, styrene-acrylonitrile copolymers exports dropped markedly to $306M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a strong increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% 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 +30.3% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 57%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $368M, and then dropped notably in the following year.

Export of Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China10992.51511100.3%
Hungary27.519.339.942.215.3%
Vietnam23.424.233.636.115.5%
Indonesia12.69.519.122.721.7%
India9.57.716.213.111.3%
Turkey8.49.615.011.912.3%
United States8.07.510.311.111.5%
Mexico6.03.97.88.813.6%
Germany4.33.39.68.123.5%
Hong Kong SAR14.522.715.31.6-52.0%
Others37.734.950.440.62.5%
Total2612353683065.4%

Top Export Markets for Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers from South Korea in 2022:

  1. China (70.3K tons)
  2. Vietnam (21.3K tons)
  3. Hungary (20.3K tons)
  4. Indonesia (14.2K tons)
  5. India (7.3K tons)
  6. Turkey (6.8K tons)
  7. Mexico (4.6K tons)
  8. United States (4.6K tons)
  9. Germany (4.1K tons)
  10. Hong Kong SAR (1.0K tons)

Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers Imports in South Korea

In 2022, approx. 6.6K tons of styrene-acrylonitrile (san) copolymers in primary forms were imported into South Korea; declining by -39.6% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 104%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 11K tons, and then fell notably in the following year.

In value terms, styrene-acrylonitrile copolymers imports contracted remarkably to $14M in 2022. In general, imports, however, posted a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 159% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $23M, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Import of Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers in South Korea (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China10.07.713.312.26.9%
Japan0.70.70.80.6-5.0%
Thailand0.5N/A8.10.50.0%
Others0.30.30.40.410.1%
Total11.48.822.713.76.3%

Top Suppliers of Styrene-Acrylonitrile Copolymers to South Korea in 2022:

  1. China (5.9K tons)
  2. Thailand (0.3K tons)
  3. Japan (0.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the styrene-acrylonitrile copolymers market in Republic of Korea. 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 20162050 - Styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) copolymers, in primary forms

Country coverage:

  • South Korea

Data coverage:

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

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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
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    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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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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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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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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    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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