EU - Alcohols and Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated or Nitrosated Derivatives - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Alcohols Market Size in the EU
The EU alcohols market expanded remarkably to $X in 2020, increasing by X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2020; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Alcohols Production in the EU
In value terms, alcohols production contracted modestly to $X in 2020 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, production failed to regain momentum.
Alcohols Exports
Exports in the EU
In 2020, shipments abroad of alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports continue to indicate a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, alcohols exports dropped notably to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
The Netherlands represented the largest exporter of alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives in the European Union, with the volume of exports finishing at X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2020. Germany (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Belgium (X tons) and Poland (X tons). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total exports. The following exporters - Spain (X tons), Finland (X tons) and France (X tons) - each resulted at a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.
In value terms, the largest alcohols supplying countries in the European Union were Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports. Spain, France, Poland and Finland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Finland, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in the European Union stood at $X per ton in 2020, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a perceptible contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the export price increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while Finland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Alcohols Imports
Imports in the EU
In 2020, overseas purchases of alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, alcohols imports contracted to $X in 2020. Overall, imports, however, saw a noticeable decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2020, the Netherlands (X tons), Germany (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons), Italy (X tons), France (X tons) and Poland (X tons) represented the main importer of alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives in the European Union, generating X% of total import.
From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.
In value terms, the largest alcohols importing markets in the European Union were Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports. Italy, France, Spain and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Among the main importing countries, Spain, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in the European Union stood at $X per ton in 2020, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alcohols market in the EU. 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)
- Prodcom 20142220 - Propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)
- Prodcom 20142230 - Butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)
- Prodcom 20142240 - Butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol))
- Prodcom 20142263 - Octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof
- Prodcom 20142265 - Lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and other saturated monohydric alcohols (excluding methyl, propyl and isopropyl, n-butyl, other butanols, octyl)
- Prodcom 20142270 - Unsaturated monohydric alcohols
- Prodcom 20142310 - Ethylene glycol (ethanediol)
- Prodcom 20142320 - Propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol)
- Prodcom 20142333 - D-glucitol (sorbitol)
- Prodcom 20142339 - Diols and polyhydric alcohols (excluding ethylene glycol and propylene glycol, D-glucitol)
- Prodcom 20142350 - Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic alcohols
- Prodcom 20142360 - Glycerol (including synthetic, excluding crude, waters and lyes)
- Prodcom 20142373 - Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
- Prodcom 20142375 - Aromatic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, n itrated or nitrosated derivatives
Country coverage:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- 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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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED 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
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING 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
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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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, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 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, 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, 2012–2023
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