U.S. - Ethylene - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Ethylene Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
- Ethylene Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
- Ethylene Exports in the United States
- Ethylene Imports in the United States
Ethylene Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
In August 2023, the average ethylene export price amounted to $613 per ton, which is down by -11.5% against the previous month. Overall, the export price showed a noticeable decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in October 2022 an increase of 14% month-to-month. The export price peaked at $859 per ton in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to August 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In August 2023, the country with the highest price was Italy ($758 per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($486 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Taiwan (Chinese) (+1.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.
Ethylene Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average ethylene import price amounted to $6,789 per ton, growing by 2,244% against the previous year. In general, the import price posted a significant increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
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 Canada ($604 per ton), while the price for Nigeria amounted to $241 per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (-5.8%).
Ethylene Exports in the United States
In 2022, ethylene exports from the United States soared to 1.2M tons, growing by 73% on the year before. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 129%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, ethylene exports skyrocketed to $1.1B in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 78% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
| Export of Ethylene in the United States (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Belgium | 72.3 | 57.0 | 262 | 447 | 83.5% |
| China | 8.2 | 146 | 192 | 248 | 211.6% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 63.7 | 104 | 55.0 | 123 | 24.5% |
| Venezuela | N/A | N/A | N/A | 123 | 0% |
| Indonesia | N/A | 36.1 | 31.9 | 40.6 | 6.0% |
| Spain | 16.6 | N/A | N/A | 23.2 | 11.8% |
| Others | 50.1 | 32.9 | 72.8 | 83.9 | 18.8% |
| Total | 211 | 376 | 613 | 1,088 | 72.8% |
Top Export Markets for Ethylene from the United States in 2022:
- Belgium (547.7K tons)
- China (272.9K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (158.7K tons)
- Venezuela (57.3K tons)
- Indonesia (45.8K tons)
- Spain (35.0K tons)
Ethylene Imports in the United States
In 2022, overseas purchases of ethylene decreased by -5.7% to 8.7 tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports saw a sharp reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 71%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 397 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, ethylene imports soared to $59K in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a deep setback.
| Import of Ethylene in the United States (Thousand USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Nigeria | N/A | N/A | N/A | 51.0 | 0% |
| Canada | N/A | N/A | N/A | 4.8 | 0% |
| Italy | 69.6 | 115 | N/A | 1.3 | -73.5% |
| Netherlands | N/A | N/A | 2.7 | N/A | 0% |
| Others | 6.6 | N/A | N/A | 1.9 | -34.0% |
| Total | 76.2 | 115 | 2.7 | 59.0 | -8.2% |
Top Suppliers of Ethylene to the United States in 2022:
- Netherlands (undefined tons)
- Nigeria (211.8 tons)
- Canada (7.9 tons)
- Italy (0.3 tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethylene market in the U.S.. 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:
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Country coverage:
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
- 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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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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