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United Kingdom - Caustic Soda - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Caustic Soda Price in the UK (CIF) - 2022
- Caustic Soda Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022
- Caustic Soda Imports in the UK
- Caustic Soda Exports in the UK
Caustic Soda Price in the UK (CIF) - 2022
The average caustic soda import price stood at $367 per ton in 2022, increasing by 8.4% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, caustic soda import price increased by +16.0% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 34%. The import price peaked at $390 per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($814 per ton), while the price for Germany ($211 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+15.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Caustic Soda Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022
In 2021, the average caustic soda export price amounted to $254 per ton, surging by 4.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 17%. The export price peaked at $301 per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($2,082 per ton), while the average price for exports to Italy ($161 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+27.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Caustic Soda Imports in the UK
In 2022, approx. 325K tons of caustic soda were imported into the UK; picking up by 851% on the previous year. In general, imports saw significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, caustic soda imports soared to $119M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Import of Caustic Soda in the UK (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
Belgium | 5.8 | 1.6 | 2.3 | 31.2 | 75.2% |
Germany | 3.8 | 2.0 | 2.3 | 23.6 | 83.8% |
France | 11.7 | 2.8 | 3.6 | 23.4 | 26.0% |
United States | 0.1 | N/A | 0.2 | 11.1 | 380.6% |
Poland | 1.5 | N/A | N/A | 6.3 | 61.3% |
China | 0.7 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 6.0 | 104.7% |
Ireland | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 5.6 | 100.0% |
Netherlands | 2.7 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 4.1 | 14.9% |
Taiwan (Chinese) | 2.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 1.6 | -10.1% |
Others | 1.5 | 0.7 | 1.5 | 6.4 | 62.2% |
Total | 30.7 | 8.9 | 11.6 | 119 | 57.1% |
Top Suppliers of Caustic Soda to the UK in 2022:
- Germany (112.1K tons)
- Belgium (82.2K tons)
- France (54.2K tons)
- Ireland (19.1K tons)
- United States (13.7K tons)
- Poland (10.9K tons)
- China (10.0K tons)
- Netherlands (6.7K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (4.1K tons)
Caustic Soda Exports in the UK
In 2021, the amount of caustic soda exported from the UK expanded sharply to 351K tons, growing by 7.7% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% from 2019 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, caustic soda exports rose sharply to $89M in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a abrupt slump.
Export of Caustic Soda in the UK (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 | |
Spain | 17.5 | 5.1 | 16.5 | -2.9% | |
France | 8.1 | 5.9 | 7.9 | -1.2% | |
Portugal | 5.0 | 4.1 | 6.0 | 9.5% | |
Finland | 21.3 | 1.4 | 3.3 | -60.6% | |
Italy | 1.4 | 3.5 | 3.2 | 51.2% | |
Sweden | 7.4 | 2.3 | 0.7 | -69.2% | |
Denmark | 13.3 | 4.9 | 0.4 | -82.7% | |
Ireland | 6.7 | 4.1 | N/A | -38.8% | |
Others | 18.2 | 48.1 | 51.1 | 67.6% | |
Total | 98.9 | 79.4 | 89.1 | -5.1% |
Top Export Markets for Caustic Soda from the UK in 2022:
- Spain (49.3K tons)
- France (40.5K tons)
- Portugal (32.6K tons)
- Italy (19.7K tons)
- Finland (2.5K tons)
- Sweden (2.0K tons)
- Denmark (1.5K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caustic soda 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 20132525 - Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), solid
- Prodcom 20132527 - Sodium hydroxide in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)
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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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
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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
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- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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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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