Key Market Indicators
Exports of butadiene from Britain are expected to reach 67 million kg by 2026, up from 55 million kg in 2021, growing at an average rate of 3.1% year on year. Since 1999, supply has grown by 3.2% annually. In 2021, Britain was the 13th largest exporter, with Thailand leading the way at 55 million kg. Germany, Belgium and Brazil were the next three biggest suppliers. Meanwhile, imports of butadiene to Britain are predicted to reach 56 million kg by 2026, up from 53 million kg in 2021, at a rate of 0.8% year on year. Since 1998, demand has risen by 2.9% annually. In 2021, Britain was the 11th largest importer, Japan having the highest demand at 53 million kg. China, France and the United States were the second, third and fourth biggest markets.
