In 2023, the top exporters of diols, excluding ethylene and propylene glycol, were Germany (21.07%), the United States (19.31%), and the Netherlands (12.72%). Notable changes in export shares included a 2.72% growth for the United States, while Japan and Belgium experienced declines of 2.25% and 3.09% respectively. Canada posted a significant 10.02% increase, while smaller players like Hungary (16.64%) and Finland (38.4%) also saw considerable growth. Conversely, Malaysia's share dropped sharply by 19.5%, and Greece experienced a noteworthy decline of 26.12%.
Moving forward, potential trends to watch for include the continued expansion of China and India within this market, an increased focus on sustainability affecting chemical production and exports, and potential fluctuations due to global economic conditions. Additionally, technological advancements and trade agreements may further shape export dynamics in this sector.
Top countries in Export of Diols Except Ethylene and Propylene Glycol Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 21.07 | 2023 | +1.62% | +0.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 19.31 | 2023 | +3.09% | +2.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 12.72 | 2023 | +0.73% | -0.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 10.7 | 2023 | +3.49% | +3.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 China | 9.84 | 2023 | +5.47% | +4.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Japan | 6.01 | 2023 | +1.52% | -2.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 4.23 | 2023 | +1.33% | +0.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.01 | 2023 | -2.31% | -3.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 India | 1.97 | 2023 | +3.41% | +1.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Singapore | 1.85 | 2023 | +0.81% | +0.51% | View data |
