Price for Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica - 2022

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  1. Price for Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica
  4. Exports of Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica

Price for Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary formses amounted to $5,397 per ton, increasing by 19% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a perceptible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, import price for cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary formses increased by +81.4% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 39%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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 the United States ($13,353 per ton), while the price for China ($2,445 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+6.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary formses stood at $7,034 per ton in 2022, increasing by 16% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, export price for cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary formses increased by +124.6% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 89%. The export price peaked at $7,200 per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Dominican Republic ($10,114 per ton), while the average price for exports to Nicaragua ($4,506 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 El Salvador (+11.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica

Imports of cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary formses into Costa Rica was estimated at 328 tons in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year's figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 7.6% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, imports of cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary formses surged to $1.8M in 2022. In general, imports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 49%. Over the period under review, imports of reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Import of Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Colombia11224656854469.4%
United States2364242933119.6%
Mexico12211910328933.3%
China10911114226935.1%
India22.3113136185102.4%
Guatemala31.734.721.075.233.4%
Germany36.154.798.857.016.4%
Switzerland15282.0N/AN/A-46.1%
Others14.767.510638.437.7%
Total8371,2521,4691,76928.3%

Top Suppliers of Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms to Costa Rica in 2022:

  1. China (110.1 tons)
  2. Colombia (100.8 tons)
  3. Mexico (46.3 tons)
  4. India (24.2 tons)
  5. United States (23.3 tons)
  6. Guatemala (11.0 tons)
  7. Germany (6.8 tons)

Exports of Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica

In 2022, exports of cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary formses from Costa Rica skyrocketed to 2 tons, with an increase of 42% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 197%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 3.4 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports of failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, exports of cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary formses skyrocketed to $14K in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 461% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $20K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports of failed to regain momentum.

Export of Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms in Costa Rica (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Dominican RepublicN/AN/AN/A7.50%
Nicaragua3.15.17.54.916.5%
United StatesN/AN/AN/A1.60%
GuatemalaN/A9.8N/AN/A0%
Panama0.4N/A1.0N/A58.1%
El SalvadorN/A5.0N/AN/A0%
OthersN/AN/AN/AN/A0%
Total3.519.98.514.058.7%

Top Export Markets for Cellulose Ethers; Carboxymethylcellulose and Its Salts, in Primary Forms from Costa Rica in 2022:

  1. Nicaragua (1092.0 kg)
  2. Dominican Republic (737.0 kg)
  3. United States (162.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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