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Mexico - Octanol (Octyl Alcohol) and Isomers Thereof - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Mexico: Octyl Alcohol Market 2024

Octyl Alcohol Market Size in Mexico

In 2022, the Mexican octyl alcohol market increased by 8.5% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible downturn. Octyl alcohol consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Octyl Alcohol Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2022, approx. X kg of octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof were exported from Mexico; remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, exports faced a significant decrease. The smallest decline of -36.5% was in 2013. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, octyl alcohol exports totaled $X in 2022. In general, exports faced a sharp descent. The smallest decline of -0.9% was in 2013. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Peru (X kg), Chile (X kg) and Colombia (X kg) were the main destinations of octyl alcohol exports from Mexico, with a combined 75% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Colombia (with a CAGR of +21.0%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for octyl alcohol exported from Mexico were Chile ($X), Peru ($X) and Colombia ($X), with a combined 89% share of total exports.

Colombia, with a CAGR of +3.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average octyl alcohol export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 82% against the previous year. 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 Argentina ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belize ($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 Chile (-14.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Octyl Alcohol Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2022, overseas purchases of octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof increased by 4.9% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 48% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, octyl alcohol imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 93% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of octyl alcohol imports to Mexico.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +7.8%).

In value terms, the largest octyl alcohol suppliers to Mexico were the United States ($X) and Germany ($X).

Among the main suppliers, the United States, with a CAGR of +9.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average octyl alcohol import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 5.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 82%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for the United States stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+1.4%), 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 lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols (excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were China, the United States and Germany, with a combined 33% share of global consumption. India, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Indonesia, South Korea, Pakistan, Brazil, Mexico, the Philippines and Venezuela lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 37%.

What are the largest producers of lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols (excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were China, the United States and Singapore, together accounting for 34% of global production. Germany, Saudi Arabia, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, the Philippines, Japan, Poland, Venezuela and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

What are the leading suppliers of lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols (excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) to Mexico?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) to Mexico, comprising 50% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India, with a 23% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 13% share.

What are the leading importers of lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols (excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) exports from Mexico.

What is the average export price for lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols (excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) in Mexico?

In 2022, the average export price for lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) amounted to $2,107 per ton, rising by 5.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols (excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) in Mexico?

In 2022, the average import price for lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl) amounted to $2,991 per ton, rising by 39% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the octyl alcohol market in Mexico. 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 20142263 - Octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof

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Mexico

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Mexico
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