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Bulgaria - Polyvinyl Chloride in Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Polyvinyl Chloride Price in Bulgaria - 2023

Polyvinyl Chloride Price in Bulgaria (CIF) - 2023

In July 2023, the average polyvinyl chloride import price amounted to $1,085 per ton, waning by -7.4% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2023 when the average import price increased by 8.1% m-o-m. The import price peaked at $1,774 per ton in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to July 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was Germany ($1,622 per ton), while the price for Canada ($906 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (-2.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Polyvinyl Chloride Price in Bulgaria (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average polyvinyl chloride export price amounted to $2,089 per ton, picking up by 4.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, polyvinyl chloride export price increased by +64.0% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 50% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($3,092 per ton), while the average price for exports to North Macedonia ($1,647 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bosnia and Herzegovina (+6.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polyvinyl Chloride Imports in Bulgaria

Polyvinyl chloride imports into Bulgaria dropped remarkably to 39K tons in 2022, reducing by -19.9% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 2.4% against the previous year.

In value terms, polyvinyl chloride imports shrank markedly to $70M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 85%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $86M, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Import of Polyvinyl Chloride in Bulgaria (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Turkey	2.0	1.7	9.5	17.3	105.3%
Spain	10.2	7.8	15.3	8.6	-5.5%
United States	4.2	0.3	1.1	8.2	25.0%
Hungary	6.3	7.1	10.7	8.1	8.7%
North Macedonia	1.6	1.3	3.9	4.5	41.2%
Romania	2.8	2.7	3.8	3.2	4.6%
France	0.2	1.1	2.1	2.8	141.0%
South Korea	0.7	0.1	2.4	2.8	58.7%
Ukraine	8.9	12.9	24.6	2.7	-32.8%
Germany	6.4	2.1	3.3	2.2	-29.9%
Czech Republic	0.5	3.4	1.3	2.1	61.3%
Egypt	N/A	0.2	0.9	2.1	224.0%
Italy	1.2	1.0	1.9	1.3	2.7%
Others	4.8	4.6	4.7	3.7	-8.3%
Total	49.7	46.2	85.5	69.5	11.8%

Top Suppliers of Polyvinyl Chloride to Bulgaria in 2022:

Turkey (11.3K tons)
United States (4.9K tons)
Spain (4.6K tons)
Hungary (4.2K tons)
North Macedonia (2.4K tons)
Ukraine (1.5K tons)
France (1.5K tons)
South Korea (1.5K tons)
Romania (1.4K tons)
Egypt (1.2K tons)
Czech Republic (1.1K tons)
Germany (0.9K tons)
Italy (0.6K tons)

Polyvinyl Chloride Exports in Bulgaria

For the fourth consecutive year, Bulgaria recorded growth in overseas shipments of polyvinyl chloride, which increased by 27% to 4.9K tons in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +14.6% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +50.6% against 2019 indices. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, polyvinyl chloride exports skyrocketed to $10M in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 69% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Export of Polyvinyl Chloride in Bulgaria (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Italy	747	1,234	1,497	4,855	86.6%
Turkey	615	1,854	2,686	2,101	50.6%
Romania	1,749	310	1,399	903	-19.8%
Cyprus	94.3	258	574	444	67.6%
Germany	478	416	353	417	-4.4%
Poland	34.6	N/A	N/A	276	99.8%
North Macedonia	71.9	4.9	677	203	41.3%
Others	360	490	555	1,051	42.9%
Total	4,150	4,567	7,741	10,250	35.2%

Top Export Markets for Polyvinyl Chloride from Bulgaria in 2022:

Italy (2669.5 tons)
Turkey (749.5 tons)
Romania (518.8 tons)
Cyprus (240.1 tons)
Germany (134.9 tons)
North Macedonia (123.4 tons)
Poland (104.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polyvinyl chloride market in Bulgaria. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20163010 - Polyvinyl chloride, not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms
Prodcom 20163023 - Non-plasticised polyvinyl chloride mixed with any other substance, in primary forms
Prodcom 20163025 - Plasticised polyvinyl chloride mixed with any other substance, i n primary forms

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Bulgaria

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bulgaria
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
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5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023