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Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms

3907 (Harmonized System 1992 for 4-digit)

Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Polyacetals. In 2021, Polyacetals were the world's 44th most traded product, with a total trade of $77.1B. Between 2020 and 2021 the exports of Polyacetals grew by 47.8%, from $52.1B to $77.1B. Trade in Polyacetals represent 0.0037% of total world trade.

Polyacetals are a part of Plastics & articles thereof. They include Polyethylene terephthalate, Other polyethers, Polycarbonates, Other polyesters, Epoxide resins, Other unsaturated polyesters, Poly(acetals), and Alkyd resins.

Exports In 2021 the top exporters of Polyacetals  were China ($9.98B), South Korea ($7.47B), Germany ($7.45B), Chinese Taipei ($6.18B), and United States ($6.14B).

Imports In 2021 the top importers of Polyacetals were China ($10.1B), United States ($5.22B), Germany ($4.67B), Italy ($3.14B), and Mexico ($2.67B).

Tariffs In 2018 the average tariff for Polyacetals was 4.8%, making it the 861st lowest tariff using the HS4 product classification.

Ranking Polyacetals ranks 259th in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).

Description Polyacetals are used in the manufacture of products such as pipes, tubing, hoses, wire and cable insulation, and electrical connectors. Polyethers are used in the manufacture of polyurethane foam, which is used in insulation and furniture. Epoxide resins are used in the manufacture of coatings, adhesives, sealants, and other products. Polycarbonates are used in the manufacture of plastic lenses, windows, compact discs, and other products. Alkyd resins are used in the manufacture of paints, varnishes, and other products. Polyallyl esters are used in the manufacture of plasticizers, which are used in the manufacture of plastic products.

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* Using January 2020 exchange rates when trade data is reported in local currency.

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Exporters and Importers

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Trade By Country

Top Origin (2021): China, $9.98B

Top Destination (2021): China, $10.1B

Polyacetals are the world's 44th most traded product.

In 2021, the top exporters of Polyacetals were China ($9.98B), South Korea ($7.47B), Germany ($7.45B), Chinese Taipei ($6.18B), and United States ($6.14B).

In 2021, the top importers of Polyacetals were China ($10.1B), United States ($5.22B), Germany ($4.67B), Italy ($3.14B), and Mexico ($2.67B).

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Market Dynamics

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Top Origin Growth (2020 -  2021): China, $4.77B

Top Destination Growth (2020 -  2021): China, $2.55B

Between 2020 and 2021, the exports of Polyacetals grew the fastest in China ($4.77B), South Korea ($2.77B), Chinese Taipei ($2.64B), Germany ($2.23B), and Netherlands ($1.48B).

Between 2020 and 2021, the fastest growing importers of Polyacetals were China ($2.55B), United States ($2.38B), Germany ($1.36B), Italy ($1.1B), and India ($882M).

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Market Concentration

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This chart shows the evolution of the market concentration of exports of Polyacetals.

In 2021, market concentration measured using Shannon Entropy, was 4.57. This means that most of the exports of Polyacetals are explained by 23 countries.

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This map shows which countries export or import more of Polyacetals. Each country is colored based on the difference in exports and imports of Polyacetals during 2021.

Disaggregation

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Value

In 2021, the world most traded Polyacetals, disaggragated by their HS6 level were Other polyethers ($19.4B), Polyethylene terephthalate ($15.6B), Polycarbonates ($13.9B), Other polyesters ($12.2B), and Epoxide resins ($8.9B)

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Product Complexity

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Diversification Frontier

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The Complexity-Relatedness diagram compares the risk and the strategic value of a product's potential export opportunities. Relatedness is predictive of the probability that a country increases its exports in a product. Complexity, is associated with higher levels of income, economic growth potential, lower income inequality, and lower emissions.

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The following visualization shows the relatedness of Polyacetals to countries. Higher relatedness values ​​indicate greater knowledge, which predicts a greater probability of exporting that product in the future.