Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons market in Germany

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons in Germany declined substantially over the 2018–2024 period, falling from 17 502 t in 2018 to 3 408 t in 2024. The most pronounced drop occurred in 2022, when the market shrank by almost 69% to 3 963 t, followed by a further decrease to 3 357 t in 2023 before stabilizing in 2024.

This contraction was accompanied by a steep reduction in domestic production, which fell from 13 890 t in 2018 to 3 408 t in 2024. Imports and exports, which had been significant in earlier years, ceased entirely from 2022 onward, turning Germany from a net importer into a market supplied solely by domestic output.

Throughout the period, the German market operated within the EU's regulatory framework, including TARIC codes for import declarations of these derivatives. Germany remained the second-largest importer of these products in the EU during the years when trade flows were recorded, highlighting its historical role in the European market.

Production fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons in Germany

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Germany's production of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, output was valued at 73.6 million US dollars, marking a significant drop of 20.2% compared to 2019. From 2018 to 2020, production fell by 47.4%, which translates to an annualized decrease of 19.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Germany's production volume of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons fell for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the country produced 7 891 tonnes, showing a sharp decline of 31.7% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2020, production decreased by 43.2%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 17.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons from Germany

Exports in kind, t

Germany's exports of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons dropped for the third year running. In 2020, exports totaled 6 091 tonnes, reflecting a steep fall of 35.4% compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, exports decreased by 51.3%, averaging an annual decline of 21.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Germany exported fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons to a wide range of markets. The United States accounted for 29.7% of exports in kind, France for 8.9%, and Belgium for 8.4%, together making up 47.0% of the total. The remaining 53.0% was distributed among numerous smaller destinations.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

Germany's exports of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports reached 78.6 million US dollars, down 27.6% year-on-year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports fell by 30%, with an annualized rate of 11.2%. The peak value was recorded in 2018 at 150.1 million US dollars, following a 33.7% increase that year. In 2019, exports saw the largest decline of 27.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, no single market dominated Germany's exports of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons in value terms. Belgium accounted for 13.4% of exports, the United States for 13.0%, and France for 9.6%, together representing 36.0% of the total. Many smaller partners each held modest shares.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020

Imports fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons to Germany

Imports in kind, t

Germany's imports of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons fell for the second year in a row. In 2020, imports amounted to 11 420 tonnes, down 16.0% from 2019. From 2017 to 2020, imports decreased by 12.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of -4.5%. The highest volume was in 2018 at 15 009 tonnes, after a 14.5% increase that year.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, China, the Netherlands, and Belgium were the leading sources for Germany's imports of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons in kind. China contributed 26.0% of imports, the Netherlands 22.8%, and Belgium 17.0%, together accounting for 65.8% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

Germany's imports of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports were valued at 229.8 million US dollars, showing a notable reduction of 16.8% compared to the previous year. The peak value was recorded in 2018 at 229.8 million US dollars, following a 66.1% increase that year. In 2019, imports experienced the largest decline of 27.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, the Netherlands, China, and the United States were the main sources for Germany's imports of fluorinated, brominated, or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons in value terms. The Netherlands accounted for 24.6% of imports, China for 19.4%, and the United States for 18.4%, together making up 62.4% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020