Price for Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria - 2022

Contents:

1. Price for Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria (CIF) - 2022
2. Price for Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria (FOB) - 2022
3. Imports of Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria
4. Exports of Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria

Price for Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for vinyl chloride polymers; waste, parings and scraps amounted to $959 per ton, with a decrease of -24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 67%. The import price peaked at $2,287 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Spain ($1,300 per ton), while the price for France amounted to $489 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (-1.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for vinyl chloride polymers; waste, parings and scraps stood at $175 per ton in 2022, dropping by -6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 44%. The export price peaked at $1,247 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Nigeria.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Nigeria amounted to -17.8% per year.

Imports of Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria

For the fourth year in a row, Algeria recorded growth in overseas purchases of vinyl chloride polymers; waste, parings and scraps, which increased by 0.9% to 364 tons in 2022. In general, imports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 370% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, imports of vinyl chloride polymers; waste, parings and scraps declined dramatically to $349K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 687% against the previous year.

Top Suppliers of Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap to Algeria in 2022:

1. Spain (211.2 tons)
2. France (152.9 tons)

Exports of Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap in Algeria

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of vinyl chloride polymers; waste, parings and scraps decreased by -37.9% to 332 tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 1,384% against the previous year.

In value terms, exports of vinyl chloride polymers; waste, parings and scraps declined significantly to $58K in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 910%.

Top Export Markets for Vinyl Chloride Polymers; Waste, Parings and Scrap from Algeria in 2022:

1. Nigeria (331.6 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform