**Mixed Alkylbenzenes Imports Surge in Greece Amid Chemicals Boom**
**Greek Market Sees Jump in Mixed Alkylbenzenes Shipments Amid Supply Chain Optimism**
• Greek imports of mixed alkylbenzenes (HS Code 3817) rose by 12.5% year-over-year in June.
• The increase coincides with a broader chemicals market uptick due to demand from Greece’s manufacturing sector.
• Prices for mixed alkylbenzenes have stabilized at €1,250 per metric ton after a brief dip in May.
Greek imports of mixed alkylbenzenes accelerated in June as the country’s chemical market showed signs of recovery. A strengthening European economy and robust industrial production contributed to increased demand for these key chemicals intermediates. Despite some volatility earlier this month, prices have since stabilized at €1,250 per metric ton, fueling optimism among Greek manufacturers and importers alike.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5,767,415 | 7,084,397 |
| 2021 | 5,599,497 | 8,422,276 |
| 2022 | 6,140,021 | 12,638,884 |
| 2023 | 6,371,458 | 10,642,690 |
| 2024 | 7,277,663 | 10,908,440 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 4,275,540 | 6,331,204 |
| Saudi Arabia | 2,940,340 | 4,420,880 |
| Italy | 47,440 | 73,058 |
| France | 8,500 | 58,216 |
| Poland | 3,600 | 15,543 |
| Germany | 2,243 | 9,539 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 2,325,840 | 3,770,158 |
| Saudi Arabia | 2,121,260 | 3,432,010 |
| Italy | 967,481 | 1,678,507 |
| United Arab Emirates | 501,340 | 717,706 |
| Korea, Republic of | 400,050 | 627,337 |
| France | 32,680 | 221,581 |
| United States | 14,365 | 162,037 |
| Belgium | 3,600 | 13,968 |
| Germany | 2,682 | 10,187 |
| Poland | 2,160 | 9,199 |
