U.S. - Vinyl Chloride (Chloroethylene) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Vinyl Chloride Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Vinyl Chloride Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
  2. Vinyl Chloride Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
  3. Vinyl Chloride Exports in the United States
  4. Vinyl Chloride Imports in the United States

Vinyl Chloride Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023

The average vinyl chloride export price stood at $770 per ton in June 2023, falling by -4.9% against the previous month. In general, the export price showed a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in September 2022 an increase of 12% against the previous month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $1,205 per ton. From October 2022 to June 2023, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Canada ($1,050 per ton), while the average price for exports to Colombia ($660 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (-0.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Vinyl Chloride Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average vinyl chloride import price amounted to $7,121 per ton, which is down by -24.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 30% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $9,433 per ton in 2021, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($8,965 per ton), while the price for China stood at $2,583 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+39.1%).

Vinyl Chloride Exports in the United States

In 2022, approx. 1.2M tons of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) were exported from the United States; dropping by -3.3% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 4%.

In value terms, vinyl chloride exports skyrocketed to $1.3B in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated buoyant growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +16.3% 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 +68.6% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 42% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Export of Vinyl Chloride in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Mexico36737550560618.2%
Colombia29227639843113.9%
Canada12210716922923.4%
Others34.11.66.112.9-27.7%
Total8147591,0781,28016.3%

Top Export Markets for Vinyl Chloride from the United States in 2022:

  1. Mexico (570.8K tons)
  2. Colombia (411.8K tons)
  3. Canada (217.1K tons)

Vinyl Chloride Imports in the United States

In 2022, approx. 22 tons of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) were imported into the United States; with an increase of 115% against 2021 figures. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, vinyl chloride imports surged to $160K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Vinyl Chloride in the United States (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY202020212022CAGR,
2020-2022
Germany89.096.014326.8%
ChinaN/AN/A16.80%
OthersN/A2.8N/A0%
Total89.098.816034.1%

Top Suppliers of Vinyl Chloride to the United States in 2022:

  1. Germany (16.0 tons)
  2. China (6.5 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the vinyl chloride market in the U.S.. 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 20141371 - Vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  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

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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