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GCC: Glycerol Market 2024

Glycerol Market Size in GCC

In 2023, the GCC glycerol market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a four-year rising trend. In general, consumption saw a remarkable increase. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2022, and then declined in the following year.

Glycerol Production in GCC

In value terms, glycerol production rose slightly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.

Glycerol Exports

Exports in GCC

After three years of decline, overseas shipments of glycerol increased by X% to X tons in 2023. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a perceptible expansion. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, glycerol exports soared to $X in 2023. In general, exports showed a perceptible expansion. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates dominates exports structure, recording X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Saudi Arabia (X tons), making up a X% share of total exports.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the glycerol exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. Saudi Arabia experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of Saudi Arabia (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2023, the share of the United Arab Emirates (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the largest glycerol supplier in GCC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United Arab Emirates amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the export price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a mild downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when the export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (X%).

Glycerol Imports

Imports in GCC

For the third consecutive year, GCC recorded growth in supplies from abroad of glycerol, which increased by X% to X tons in 2023. Over the period under review, imports recorded prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, glycerol imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2023. In general, imports recorded a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2022, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2023, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) represented the key importer of glycerol, committing X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Saudi Arabia (X tons), mixing up a X% share of total imports.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the glycerol imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. Saudi Arabia experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. From 2012 to 2023, the share of the United Arab Emirates increased by X percentage points.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported glycerol in GCC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United Arab Emirates totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the import price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, enjoyed a moderate expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2022, and then dropped notably in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (X%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the glycerol market in GCC. 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 20142360 - Glycerol (including synthetic, excluding crude, waters and lyes)
Prodcom 20411000 - Glycerol (glycerine), crude, glycerol waters and glycerol lyes

Country coverage:

Bahrain
Kuwait
Oman
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in GCC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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
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- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023