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Republic of Korea - Glutamic Acid and Its Salts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Republic of Korea: Glutamic Acid Market 2024

Glutamic Acid Market Size in Republic of Korea

For the ninth consecutive year, the South Korean glutamic acid market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by X% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a resilient increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Glutamic Acid Production in Republic of Korea

In value terms, glutamic acid production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the production volume decreased by X%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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Glutamic Acid Exports

Exports from Republic of Korea

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of glutamic acid and its salts, when their volume increased by X% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, saw a significant curtailment. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, glutamic acid exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a sharp shrinkage. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for glutamic acid exports from South Korea, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, glutamic acid exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Australia (X tons), fourfold. Canada (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Australia (X% per year) and Canada (X% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for glutamic acid and its salts exports from South Korea, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Australia ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Canada, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Australia (X% per year) and Canada (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average glutamic acid export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($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 Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Glutamic Acid Imports

Imports into Republic of Korea

For the third consecutive year, South Korea recorded growth in purchases abroad of glutamic acid and its salts, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, glutamic acid imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a remarkable increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of glutamic acid to South Korea, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, glutamic acid imports from Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Indonesia stood at X%.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of glutamic acid and its salts to South Korea, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Indonesia totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average glutamic acid import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for glutamic acid and its salts in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2022 were Japan, Nigeria and Indonesia, with a combined 30% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of glutamic acid and its salts in the world?

China remains the largest glutamic acid producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 65% of total volume. Moreover, glutamic acid production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, fivefold. Indonesia ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of glutamic acid and its salts to Republic of Korea?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of glutamic acid and its salts to South Korea, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China, with a 26% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of glutamic acid and its salts from Republic of Korea?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for glutamic acid and its salts exports from South Korea, comprising 41% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Australia, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Canada, with a 10% share.

What is the average export price for glutamic acid and its salts in Republic of Korea?

In 2022, the average glutamic acid export price amounted to $3,714 per ton, growing by 8.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for glutamic acid and its salts in Republic of Korea?

In 2022, the average glutamic acid import price amounted to $1,768 per ton, picking up by 26% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the glutamic acid market in Republic of Korea. 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 21102020 - Glutamic acid and its salts

Country coverage:

South Korea

Data coverage:

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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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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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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
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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