United Kingdom - Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Methanol Market Size in the UK
The UK methanol market stood at $X in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Methanol consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Methanol Production in the UK
In value terms, methanol production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated a noticeable expansion 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 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.
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Methanol Exports
Exports from the UK
In 2022, overseas shipments of methanol (methyl alcohol) decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, methanol exports reached $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Ireland (X tons) was the main destination for methanol exports from the UK, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, methanol exports to Ireland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Tunisia (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Ireland stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and Tunisia (X% per year).
In value terms, Ireland ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and France ($X) were the largest markets for methanol exported from the UK worldwide, together accounting for X% of total exports.
In terms of the main countries of destination, France, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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
The average methanol export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of X%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Latvia ($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 Mauritania (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Methanol Imports
Imports into the UK
In 2022, supplies from abroad of methanol (methyl alcohol) decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, imports continue to indicate a noticeable descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, methanol imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
The Netherlands (X tons), Trinidad and Tobago (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of methanol imports to the UK, with a combined X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest methanol suppliers to the UK were the Netherlands ($X), Trinidad and Tobago ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports. The United States, Italy, Egypt, Russia and Finland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Russia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of 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 2022, the average methanol import price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the methanol market in the UK. 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 20142210 - Methanol (methyl alcohol)
Country coverage:
- United Kingdom
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in the UK
- 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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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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
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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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 In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- 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
- 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 Of Origin, 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, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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