Asia-Pacific - Polycarbonates (In Primary Forms) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Polycarbonate Market Size in Asia-Pacific
For the seventh year in a row, the Asia-Pacific polycarbonate market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by X% to $X in 2022. The total consumption indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2012 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Polycarbonate Production in Asia-Pacific
In value terms, polycarbonate production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by X% against 2018 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
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Polycarbonate Exports
Exports in Asia-Pacific
In 2022, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of polycarbonates (in primary forms), when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then dropped in the following year.
In value terms, polycarbonate exports declined markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank markedly in the following year.
Exports by Country
In 2022, South Korea (X tons), distantly followed by Thailand (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), China (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) were the key exporters of polycarbonates (in primary forms), together mixing up X% of total exports. Hong Kong SAR (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, South Korea ($X), Thailand ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, together comprising X% of total exports.
Among the main exporting countries, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $X per ton, falling by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then fell in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Polycarbonate Imports
Imports in Asia-Pacific
After five years of growth, purchases abroad of polycarbonates (in primary forms) decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by X%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell in the following year.
In value terms, polycarbonate imports contracted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then reduced in the following year.
Imports by Country
China dominates imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2022. India (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by Malaysia (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total imports. Singapore (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to polycarbonate imports into China stood at X%. At the same time, Vietnam (X%), Malaysia (X%), India (X%) and Indonesia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Vietnam emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Asia-Pacific, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Japan experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), Singapore (X%) and Hong Kong SAR (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. China (X p.p.), India (X p.p.), Malaysia (X p.p.) and Vietnam (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Taiwan (Chinese), Singapore and Hong Kong SAR saw its share reduced by X%, X% and X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Asia-Pacific, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Vietnam, with a X% share.
In China, polycarbonate imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: India (X% per year) and Vietnam (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Asia-Pacific stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the import price increased by X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank slightly in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polycarbonate market in Asia-Pacific. 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 20164040 - Polycarbonates, in primary forms
Country coverage:
- Afghanistan
- American Samoa
- Australia
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- China
- Cook Islands
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
- Fiji
- French Polynesia
- Guam
- Hong Kong SAR
- India
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Kiribati
- Lao People's Democratic Republic
- Macao SAR
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Marshall Islands
- Micronesia
- Myanmar
- Nauru
- Nepal
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Niue
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- Samoa
- Singapore
- Solomon Islands
- South Korea
- Sri Lanka
- Taiwan (Chinese)
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Tuvalu
- Vanuatu
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna Islands
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Asia-Pacific, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Asia-Pacific
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Afghanistan
- Australia
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- China
- Hong Kong SAR
- Macao SAR
- Cook Islands
- Fiji
- French Polynesia
- India
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Kiribati
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Marshall Islands
- Micronesia
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- Samoa
- Singapore
- Solomon Islands
- South Korea
- Sri Lanka
- Taiwan (Chinese)
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Tuvalu
- Vanuatu
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna Islands
- Lao People's Democratic Republic
- American Samoa
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
- Nauru
- Niue
- Guam
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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, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 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, 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, 2012–2023
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