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Thailand - Salt - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Contents:
- Salt Price in Thailand (FOB) - 2022
- Salt Price in Thailand (CIF) - 2022
- Salt Exports in Thailand
- Salt Imports in Thailand
Salt Price in Thailand (FOB) - 2022
In 2022, the average salt export price amounted to $112 per ton, declining by -6.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 54% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $196 per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average 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 Papua New Guinea ($187 per ton), while the average price for exports to Marshall Islands ($79 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) (+8.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Salt Price in Thailand (CIF) - 2022
The average salt import price stood at $51 per ton in 2022, reducing by -31% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 96% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $105 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 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 Germany ($245 per ton), while the price for Malaysia ($55 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+7.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Salt Exports in Thailand
In 2022, approx. 280K tons of salt and pure sodium chloride were exported from Thailand; picking up by 69% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, salt exports surged to $31M in 2022. In general, total exports indicated resilient growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.9% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Export of Salt in Thailand (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
Cambodia | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 7.7 | 17.9% |
Vietnam | 0.8 | 1.0 | 1.4 | 7.6 | 111.8% |
Papua New Guinea | 4.1 | 3.0 | 2.6 | 3.6 | -4.2% |
Myanmar | 1.3 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.0 | 32.1% |
Malaysia | 2.8 | 2.9 | 2.3 | 2.9 | 1.2% |
Philippines | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 5.7% |
Marshall Islands | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 71.0% |
Singapore | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.0% |
Kiribati | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.4 | -7.2% |
Others | 4.3 | 3.3 | 3.2 | 3.2 | -9.4% |
Total | 20.7 | 20.0 | 19.8 | 31.4 | 14.9% |
Top Export Markets for Salt from Thailand in 2022:
- Cambodia (87.3K tons)
- Vietnam (71.2K tons)
- Myanmar (30.4K tons)
- Malaysia (24.6K tons)
- Papua New Guinea (19.4K tons)
- Marshall Islands (12.1K tons)
- Philippines (9.3K tons)
- Singapore (4.2K tons)
- Kiribati (3.3K tons)
Salt Imports in Thailand
In 2022, imports of salt and pure sodium chloride into Thailand rose remarkably to 164K tons, with an increase of 7.2% compared with 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 30% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 176K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, salt imports declined significantly to $8.4M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a abrupt decline. The smallest decline of -6.8% was in 2021.
Import of Salt in Thailand (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
India | 6.1 | 3.9 | 3.1 | 4.0 | -13.1% |
New Zealand | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.0% |
Germany | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 51.8% |
China | 2.2 | 1.8 | 1.7 | 0.4 | -43.3% |
Taiwan (Chinese) | 2.2 | 3.2 | 3.1 | 0.3 | -48.5% |
Malaysia | 0.2 | 0.1 | N/A | 0.2 | 0.0% |
Others | 1.3 | 1.9 | 2.1 | 1.9 | 13.5% |
Total | 13.1 | 12.2 | 11.3 | 8.4 | -13.8% |
Top Suppliers of Salt to Thailand in 2022:
- India (65.5K tons)
- New Zealand (5.5K tons)
- China (4.8K tons)
- Malaysia (2.8K tons)
- Germany (2.8K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (1.0K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the salt market in Thailand. 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 08931000 - Salt (including denatured salt but excluding salt suitable for human consumption) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents
- Prodcom 10843000 - Salt suitable for human consumption
Country coverage:
- Thailand
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Thailand
- 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
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING 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
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the salt market in Thailand.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global salt market.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the salt market in Thailand.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global salt market.
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