Key Market Indicators
Belgian butadiene imports are projected to decrease by nearly one percent per year, from 90.6 million kilograms in 2021 to 87.3 million kilograms in 2026. Since 2004, imports have declined by three percent annually. In 2021, Belgium was the ninth largest importer of butadiene, behind Germany with 90.6 million kilograms. China, France and the United States were the second, third and fourth largest importers, respectively. Belgian butadiene exports are expected to increase by 4.1 percent per year, from 275.5 million kilograms in 2021 to 357.7 million kilograms in 2026. Since 2004, Belgian exports have grown by 5.6 percent annually. In 2021, Germany was the largest exporter with 275.5 million kilograms, followed by Belgium, Germany and Brazil.
