U.S. Import of Methacrylic Acid Esters Plummets to $11M in February 2023

May 5th, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Methacrylic Acid Esters Imports

In February 2023, overseas purchases of esters of methacrylic acid decreased by -32% to 2.5K tons, falling for the second consecutive month after two months of growth. In general, imports faced a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in August 2022 when imports increased by 67% m-o-m.

In value terms, methacrylic acid esters imports dropped dramatically to $11M (IndexBox estimates) in February 2023. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in August 2022 with an increase of 50% against the previous month.

Imports by Country

Germany (518 tons), the UK (443 tons) and Brazil (382 tons) were the main suppliers of methacrylic acid esters imports to the United States, with a combined 53% share of total imports. South Korea, Japan, China, Thailand and India lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 46%.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the biggest increases were in South Korea (with a CAGR of +3.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest methacrylic acid esters suppliers to the United States were Germany ($2.3M), the UK ($1.6M) and Brazil ($1.4M), together accounting for 50% of total imports. South Korea, Japan, India, China and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 47%.

South Korea, with a CAGR of +2.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In February 2023, the methacrylic acid esters price amounted to $4,223 per ton (CIF, US), declining by -7.4% against the previous month. Over the period under review, import price indicated notable growth from February 2022 to February 2023: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +4.2% over the last twelve-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on February 2023 figures, methacrylic acid esters import price increased by +31.8% against December 2022 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in July 2022 an increase of 63% m-o-m. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $5,399 per ton in September 2022; however, from October 2022 to February 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In February 2023, the country with the highest price was India ($5,881 per ton), while the price for Thailand ($2,612 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+22.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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U.S. Imports of Bath Preparations Drop to $4.9M in February 2023

May 4th, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Bath Preparations

Imports Bath preparations imports into the United States fell to 1.3K tons in February 2023, declining by -11.5% against the previous month’s figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in August 2022 with an increase of 125% month-to-month.

In value terms, bath preparations imports contracted to $4.9M (IndexBox estimates) in February 2023. Overall, imports continue to indicate a slight downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in August 2022 with an increase of 124% against the previous month.

Imports by Country

In February 2023, China (768 tons) constituted the largest supplier of bath preparations to the United States, with a 60% share of total imports. Moreover, bath preparations imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Canada (147 tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Pakistan (105 tons), with an 8.2% share.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the average monthly growth rate of volume from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Canada (-0.8% per month) and Pakistan (+63.4% per month).

In value terms, Canada ($2.3M), China ($1.7M) and the UK ($223K) were the largest bath preparations suppliers to the United States, together accounting for 84% of total imports. These countries were followed by the Dominican Republic, Vietnam, India, Pakistan and Israel, which together accounted for a further 7.1%.

Pakistan, with a CAGR of +32.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In February 2023, the bath preparations price stood at $3,859 per ton (CIF, US), rising by 1.6% against the previous month. In general, the import price, however, showed a slight curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in November 2022 when the average import price increased by 39% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $6,375 per ton in December 2022; however, from January 2023 to February 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Canada ($15,486 per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($472 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+2.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Import of U.S. Cutting Blades Decreases by 5% to $37M in Feb 2023

May 3rd, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Cutting Blade Imports

In February 2023, approximately 1.2K tons of knives and cutting blades (for machines or for mechanical appliances) were imported into the United States; dropping by -20.6% against the previous month’s figure. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 39% against the previous month.

In value terms, cutting blade imports declined modestly to $37M (IndexBox estimates) in February 2023. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2022 with an increase of 32% m-o-m. As a result, imports reached the peak of $49M. From April 2022 to February 2023, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

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Imports by Country

China (274 tons), France (183 tons) and Japan (154 tons) were the main suppliers of cutting blade imports to the United States, together accounting for 52% of total imports. Germany, Vietnam, Taiwan (Chinese), South Korea, Mexico, Austria, Sweden, Switzerland, India and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +7.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($7.7M) constituted the largest supplier of cutting blade to the United States, comprising 21% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($3.5M), with a 9.4% share of total imports. It was followed by Japan, with an 8.5% share.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of value from Germany amounted to +1.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: China (-3.5% per month) and Japan (-3.2% per month).

Import Prices by Country

In February 2023, the cutting blade price stood at $31,762 per ton (CIF, US), rising by 20% against the previous month. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Canada ($114K per ton), while the price for France ($6,849 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+4.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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U.S. Frozen Whole Turkey Export Skyrockets to Over $118K in February 2023

May 2nd, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Frozen Whole Turkey Exports

After three months of decline, shipments abroad of frozen whole turkeys increased by 800% to 60 tons in February 2023. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. In value terms, frozen whole turkey exports soared to $118K (IndexBox estimates) in February 2023. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a drastic downturn.

Exports by Country

Mexico (44 tons) was the main destination for frozen whole turkey exports from the United States, with a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, frozen whole turkey exports to Mexico exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Dominican Republic (11 tons), fourfold. Australia (1.1 tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 1.8% share.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the average monthly growth rate of volume to Mexico totaled -17.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: the Dominican Republic (+0.2% per month) and Australia (-15.1% per month).

In value terms, Mexico ($74K) emerged as the key foreign market for frozen whole turkey exports from the United States, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Dominican Republic ($28K), with a 24% share of total exports. It was followed by India, with a 3.4% share.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of value to Mexico stood at -18.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: the Dominican Republic (-2.0% per month) and India (0.0% per month).

Export Prices by Country

In February 2023, the frozen whole turkey price amounted to $1,971 per ton (FOB, US), falling by -33% against the previous month. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 an increase of 41% month-to-month. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $3,359 per ton in November 2022; however, from December 2022 to February 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In February 2023, the country with the highest price was India ($4,167 per ton), while the average price for exports to Mexico ($1,675 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to El Salvador (+2.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

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US Cosmetic Exports Rise 4% to $487 Million in February 2023

May 1st, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Cosmetics Exports

In February 2023, overseas shipments of cosmetics decreased by -3.3% to 14K tons, falling for the fourth month in a row after three months of growth. In general, exports, however, trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2022 when exports increased by 28% month-to-month.

In value terms, cosmetics exports expanded slightly to $487M (IndexBox estimates) in February 2023. The total export value increased at an average monthly rate of +1.2% from February 2022 to February 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2022 when exports increased by 27% against the previous month.

Exports by Country

Canada (2K tons), China (1.4K tons) and the UK (1.3K tons) were the main destinations of cosmetics exports from the United States, with a combined 34% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Mexico, Australia, the United Arab Emirates, France, Singapore, the Netherlands, Belgium, South Korea, Malaysia and Switzerland, which together accounted for a further 37%.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Malaysia (with a CAGR of +6.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for cosmetics exported from the United States were Canada ($110M), China ($59M) and Australia ($37M), together comprising 42% of total exports. These countries were followed by the UK, Singapore, France, Mexico, Switzerland, South Korea, Belgium, the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 34%.

Singapore, with a CAGR of +6.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports by Type

Beauty, make-up and skin care preparations (11K tons) was the largest type of cosmetics exported from the United States, accounting for a 83% share of total exports. Moreover, beauty, make-up and skin care preparations exceeded the volume of the second product type, manicure or pedicure preparations (680 tons), more than tenfold. Lip make-up preparations (610 tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 4.5% share.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of export of beauty, make-up and skin care preparations was relatively modest. With regard to the other exported products, the following average monthly rates of growth were recorded: manicure or pedicure preparations (-0.3% per month) and lip make-up preparations (+3.9% per month).

In value terms, beauty, make-up and skin care preparations ($369M) remains the largest type of cosmetics exported from the United States, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by lip make-up preparations ($38M), with a 7.8% share of total exports. It was followed by talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use, with a 6.7% share.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the export volume of beauty, make-up and skin care preparations stood at +1.1%. With regard to the other exported products, the following average monthly rates of growth were recorded: lip make-up preparations (+4.5% per month) and talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use (+2.1% per month).

Export Prices by Country

In February 2023, the cosmetics price stood at $35,779 per ton (FOB, US), surging by 8% against the previous month. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in December 2022 an increase of 16% m-o-m. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $35,915 per ton. From January 2023 to February 2023, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In February 2023, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($58,624 per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($17,227 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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U.S. Microwave Oven Cost Jumps to $75.9 per Unit

April 28th, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Microwave Oven Import Price in February 2023

In February 2023, the microwave oven price amounted to $75.9 per unit (CIF, US), rising by 11% against the previous month. Over the last twelve-month period, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.4%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 an increase of 28% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $91.4 per unit in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to February 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In February 2023, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($199 per unit), while the price for China amounted to $69.3 per unit.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+2.8%).

U.S. Microwave Oven Imports

In February 2023, after four months of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of microwave ovens, when their volume decreased by -11.7% to 1.3M units. In general, imports saw a perceptible setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in May 2022 with an increase of 39% against the previous month. As a result, imports reached the peak of 2.6M units. From June 2022 to February 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, microwave oven imports declined slightly to $98M (IndexBox estimates) in February 2023. Overall, imports saw a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in May 2022 with an increase of 28% month-to-month. As a result, imports attained the peak of $198M. From June 2022 to February 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

U.S. Microwave Oven Imports by Country

In February 2023, China (1.2M units) was the main supplier of microwave oven to the United States, with a 96% share of total imports. Moreover, microwave oven imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Malaysia (45K units), more than tenfold.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the average monthly growth rate of volume from China amounted to -4.5%.

In value terms, China ($86M) constituted the largest supplier of microwave oven to the United States, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($9M), with a 9.2% share of total imports.

From February 2022 to February 2023, the average monthly growth rate of value from China totaled -3.3%.

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U.S. Cocoa Butter Price Bottoms at $4,511 per Ton

January 31st, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Cocoa Butter Import Price per Ton July 2022

In July 2022, the cocoa butter price per ton stood at $4,511, dropping by -5.2% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a slight decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in February 2022 when the average import price increased by 4% month-to-month. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $4,970 per ton. From March 2022 to July 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In July 2022, the highest price was recorded for prices from Brazil ($4,793 per ton) and Canada ($4,760 per ton), while the price for Ghana ($4,172 per ton) and Peru ($4,236 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+1.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

U.S. Cocoa Butter Imports

In July 2022, approximately 11K tons of cocoa butter were imported into the United States; with a decrease of -14.6% on the previous month. Overall, total imports indicated moderate growth from January 2022 to July 2022: its volume increased at an average monthly rate of +3.5% over the last six-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on July 2022 figures, imports increased by +79.6% against February 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 52% against the previous month. Imports peaked at 12K tons in June 2022, and then reduced in the following month.

In value terms, cocoa butter imports contracted notably to $48M (IndexBox estimates) in July 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a moderate increase from January 2022 to July 2022: its value increased at an average monthly rate of +2.5% over the last six-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on July 2022 figures, imports decreased by -19.0% against June 2022 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2022 with an increase of 50% m-o-m. Imports peaked at $59M in June 2022, and then declined rapidly in the following month.

U.S. Cocoa Butter Imports by Country

Malaysia (4.2K tons), Indonesia (2.6K tons) and Ghana (780 tons) were the main suppliers of cocoa butter imports to the United States, with a combined 72% share of total imports.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the biggest increases were in Malaysia (with a CAGR of +23.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Malaysia ($18M), Indonesia ($12M) and Ghana ($3.3M) appeared to be the largest cocoa butter suppliers to the United States, together comprising 70% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Malaysia, with a CAGR of +21.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: https://www.indexbox.io/blog/cocoa-butter-price-per-ton-july-2022/

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U.S. Decaffeinated Coffee Price Fluctuated Mildly over 2022

January 25th, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Decaffeinated Coffee Import Price per Ton July 2022

In July 2022, the decaffeinated coffee price per ton amounted to $6,601, growing by 2% against the previous month. Over the period from January 2022 to July 2022, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.4%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 an increase of 13% m-o-m. The import price peaked at $6,602 per ton in May 2022; afterwards, it flattened through to July 2022.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In July 2022, the country with the highest price was Colombia ($6,656 per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($3,492 per ton) was amongst the lowest. From January 2022 to July 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Colombia (+4.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

U.S. Decaffeinated Coffee Import Prices by Type

Prices varied noticeably by the product type; the product with the highest price was roasted decaffeinated coffee ($20,453 per ton), while the price for unroasted decaffeinated coffee stood at $5,687 per ton.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by unroasted decaffeinated coffee (+2.5%).

U.S. Decaffeinated Coffee Imports

Decaffeinated coffee imports into the United States amounted to 8.8K tons in July 2022, with an increase of 15% on the month before. Overall, imports continue to indicate a modest expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2022 with an increase of 20% against the previous month. As a result, imports attained the peak of 9.1K tons. From May 2022 to July 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, decaffeinated coffee imports soared to $58M (IndexBox estimates) in July 2022. The total import value increased at an average monthly rate of +3.4% over the period from January 2022 to July 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 when imports increased by 32% m-o-m. Imports peaked in July 2022.

U.S. Decaffeinated Coffee Imports by Type

In July 2022, unroasted decaffeinated coffee (8.2K tons) was the main type of decaffeinated coffee supplied to the United States, accounting for a 94% share of total imports. Moreover, unroasted decaffeinated coffee exceeded the figures recorded for the second-largest type, roasted decaffeinated coffee (543 tons), more than tenfold.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of import of unroasted decaffeinated coffee was relatively modest.

In value terms, unroasted decaffeinated coffee ($47M) constituted the largest type of decaffeinated coffee supplied to the United States, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by roasted decaffeinated coffee ($11M), with a 19% share of total imports.

U.S. Decaffeinated Coffee Imports by Country

Brazil (1.8K tons), Germany (1.5K tons) and Mexico (1.3K tons) were the main suppliers of decaffeinated coffee imports to the United States, together accounting for 52% of total imports.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the biggest increases were in Brazil (with a CAGR of +7.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brazil ($9.6M), Germany ($8.8M) and Colombia ($8.5M) appeared to be the largest decaffeinated coffee suppliers to the United States, with a combined 47% share of total imports.

Colombia, with a CAGR of +10.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: https://www.indexbox.io/blog/decaffeinated-coffee-price-per-ton-july-2022/

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Wallpaper Price in U.S. Averages $18,720 per Ton

January 19th, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Wallpaper Import Price per Ton July 2022

In July 2022, the wallpaper price per ton stood at $18,720, approximately reflecting the previous month. Over the period from January 2022 to July 2022, it increased at an average monthly rate of +3.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 when the average import price increased by 42% month-to-month. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $23,646 per ton. From April 2022 to July 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In July 2022, the country with the highest price was Japan ($39,741 per ton), while the price for Canada ($4,186 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+11.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

U.S. Wallpaper Import Prices by Type

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplied products. In July 2022, the product with the highest price was wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies; of paper, n.e.s. ($22,785 per ton), while the price for wallpaper and similar wall coverings; coated or covered on the face side, with a grained, embossed, colored, design-printed or otherwise decorated layer of plastics stood at $15,791 per ton.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies; of paper, n.e.s. (+7.1%).

U.S. Wallpaper Imports

In July 2022, after three months of growth, there was decline in overseas purchases of wallpaper and wall coverings, when their volume decreased by -3.8% to 520 tons. Overall, imports continue to indicate a mild contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in April 2022 with an increase of 15% month-to-month. Imports peaked at 567 tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to July 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, wallpaper imports dropped to $9.7M (IndexBox estimates) in July 2022. The total import value increased at an average monthly rate of +1.7% from January 2022 to July 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 when imports increased by 18% month-to-month. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $10M in June 2022, and then reduced slightly in the following month.

U.S. Wallpaper Imports by Type

Wallpaper and similar wall coverings; coated or covered on the face side, with a grained, embossed, colored, design-printed or otherwise decorated layer of plastics (302 tons) and wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies; of paper, n.e.s. (218 tons) were the main products of wallpaper imports to the United States.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the major product types, was attained by wallpaper and similar wall coverings; coated or covered on the face side, with a grained, embossed, colored, design-printed or otherwise decorated layer of plastics (with a CAGR of -0.1%).

In value terms, the most traded types of wallpaper and wall coverings in the United States were wallpaper and similar wall coverings and window transparencies; of paper, n.e.s. ($5M) and wallpaper and similar wall coverings; coated or covered on the face side, with a grained, embossed, coloued, design-printed or otherwise decorated layer of plastics ($4.8M).

U.S. Wallpaper Imports by Country

China (196 tons), the UK (134 tons) and Germany (69 tons) were the main suppliers of wallpaper imports to the United States, with a combined 77% share of total imports.

From January 2022 to July 2022, the biggest increases were in Germany (with a CAGR of +56.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($3.4M), China ($2.3M) and Japan ($884K) were the largest wallpaper suppliers to the United States, together accounting for 67% of total imports. South Korea, Germany, the Netherlands and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 15%.

In terms of the main suppliers, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +44.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: https://www.indexbox.io/blog/wallpaper-price-per-ton-july-2022/

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Spark Plug Price in U.S. Drops 32% to $0.5 per unit

January 16th, 2023 IndexBox Leave a comment

U.S. Spark Plug Import Price August 2022

In August 2022, the average spark plug price amounted to $0.5 per unit, with a decrease of -32.3% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in July 2022 when the average import price increased by 57% month-to-month. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $0.7 per unit, and then fell significantly in the following month.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Germany ($2.1 per unit), while the price for the Czech Republic (less than $0.1 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+11.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

U.S. Spark Plug Imports

In August 2022, approximately 102M units of sparking plugs were imported into the United States; with an increase of 38% on the previous month. In general, total imports indicated a remarkable increase from January 2022 to August 2022: its volume increased at an average monthly rate of +5.4% over the last seven months. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on August 2022 figures, imports decreased by -22.4% against April 2022 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in February 2022 with an increase of 54% m-o-m. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at 131M units in April 2022; however, from May 2022 to August 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, spark plug imports dropped to $46M (IndexBox estimates) in August 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2022 when imports increased by 48% month-to-month. As a result, imports reached the peak of $59M. From April 2022 to August 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

U.S. Spark Plug Imports by Country

In August 2022, Russia (47M units) constituted the largest supplier of spark plug to the United States, with a 46% share of total imports. Moreover, spark plug imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Japan (21M units), twofold. the Czech Republic (15M units) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 15% share.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia totaled +7.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Japan (+2.4% per month) and the Czech Republic (+17.2% per month).

In value terms, Japan ($21M) constituted the largest supplier of spark plug to the United States, comprising 45% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mexico ($8.3M), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand, with a 12% share.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of value from Japan stood at -2.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Mexico (-0.5% per month) and Thailand (+8.9% per month).

Source: https://www.indexbox.io/blog/spark-plug-price-august-2022/

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