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Iran: Potassium Hydroxide Market 2024

Potassium Hydroxide Market Size in Iran

The Iranian potassium hydroxide market contracted remarkably to $X in 2022, waning 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). Over the period under review, consumption saw a slight contraction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Potassium Hydroxide Exports

Exports from Iran

After four years of growth, shipments abroad of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide exports fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Exports by Country

Iraq (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Armenia (X kg) were the main destinations of potassium hydroxide exports from Iran.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Iraq (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for potassium hydroxide exported from Iran were Turkey ($X), Iraq ($X) and Armenia ($X).

Iraq, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average potassium hydroxide export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Turkey (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Potassium Hydroxide Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2022, the amount of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) imported into Iran fell sharply to X tons, with a decrease of X% compared with the year before. Overall, imports showed a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, potassium hydroxide imports dropped remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Russia (X tons), South Korea (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of potassium hydroxide imports to Iran, together accounting for X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Russia (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Russia ($X), China ($X) and South Korea ($X) appeared to be the largest potassium hydroxide suppliers to Iran, with a combined X% share of total imports.

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

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average potassium hydroxide import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) in the world?

China remains the largest potassium hydroxide consuming country worldwide, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, potassium hydroxide consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.6% share.

What are the largest producers of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of potassium hydroxide production was China, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, potassium hydroxide production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by India, with a 9.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) to Iran?

In value terms, Russia, China and South Korea appeared to be the largest potassium hydroxide suppliers to Iran, with a combined 79% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) from Iran?

In value terms, the largest markets for potassium hydroxide exported from Iran were Turkey, Iraq and Armenia $198).

What is the average export price for potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) in Iran?

The average potassium hydroxide export price stood at $2,369 per ton in 2022, picking up by 2.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) in Iran?

In 2022, the average potassium hydroxide import price amounted to $1,163 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potassium hydroxide market in Iran. 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 20132530 - Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash)

Country coverage:

Iran

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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