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Ecuador: Market for Caustic Soda in the Solid Form 2024

Market Size for Caustic Soda in the Solid Form in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian market for caustic soda in the solid form declined significantly to $X in 2023, which is down by X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption saw a mild slump. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Caustic Soda in the Solid Form

Exports from Ecuador

Exports of caustic soda in the solid form from Ecuador plummeted to X tons in 2023, waning by X% against the previous year. Overall, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then declined significantly in the following year.

In value terms, exports of caustic soda in the solid form shrank significantly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Peru (X tons) was the main destination for exports of caustic soda in the solid form from Ecuador, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, exports of caustic soda in the solid form to Peru exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Vietnam (X tons), twofold.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Peru was relatively modest.

In value terms, the largest markets for caustic soda in the solid form exported from Ecuador were Peru ($X) and Vietnam ($X).

Among the main countries of destination, Vietnam, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for caustic soda in the solid form amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Peru totaled $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sudan (X%).

Imports of Caustic Soda in the Solid Form

Imports into Ecuador

Imports of caustic soda in the solid form into Ecuador dropped to X tons in 2023, with a decrease of X% against 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a slight downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of caustic soda in solid form reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, imports of caustic soda in the solid form declined dramatically to $X in 2023. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2023, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of caustic soda in the solid form to Ecuador, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, imports of caustic soda in the solid form from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Peru (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Poland (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Peru (X% per year) and Poland (X% per year).

In value terms, the largest caustic soda in the solid form suppliers to Ecuador were China ($X), Peru ($X) and Poland ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports. India, Romania, Russia, Hong Kong SAR, France and Taiwan (Chinese) lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Romania, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the average import price for caustic soda in the solid form amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 when the average import price increased by X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Peru ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for caustic soda in the solid form in Ecuador. 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 20132525 - Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), solid

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. 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. 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
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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