Key Market Indicators
By 2026, imports of butadiene into Canada are forecast to reach 3.2 million kilograms, down 4.8% annually from 2021's total of 4.2 million kilograms. Since 1994, yearly imports have decreased 0.8% on average. Canada was the 23rd biggest importer in 2021, with Thailand placed first at 4.2 million kilograms. China, France and the US followed in second, third and fourth place, respectively. Exports of butadiene from Canada are expected to reach 70 million kilograms by 2026, falling 0.7% annually from 2021's figure of 71.9 million kilograms. Since 1994, yearly exports have declined 3.2% on average. Canada was the 11th biggest exporter in 2021, with Indonesia placed first at 71.9 million kilograms. Germany, Belgium and Brazil were ranked second, third and fourth, respectively.
