China - Chemical Wood Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Chemical Wood Pulp Price in China - 2023

Contents:

  1. Chemical Wood Pulp Price in China (CIF) - 2022
  2. Chemical Wood Pulp Price in China (FOB) - 2022
  3. Chemical Wood Pulp Imports in China
  4. Chemical Wood Pulp Exports in China

Chemical Wood Pulp Price in China (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average chemical wood pulp import price amounted to $775 per ton, with an increase of 15% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 33%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $786 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from the United States ($972 per ton) and Canada ($881 per ton), while the price for Brazil ($703 per ton) and Indonesia ($706 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+4.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chemical Wood Pulp Price in China (FOB) - 2022

The average chemical wood pulp export price stood at $996 per ton in 2022, rising by 14% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, chemical wood pulp export price increased by +42.6% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($1,846 per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($550 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 Indonesia (+20.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chemical Wood Pulp Imports in China

In 2022, purchases abroad of chemical wood pulp decreased by -2.6% to 22M tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 9.8%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 24M tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chemical wood pulp imports rose remarkably to $16.7B in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +7.9% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Import of Chemical Wood Pulp in China (Billion USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Brazil3.63.33.95.716.6%
Indonesia1.71.62.12.17.3%
Canada2.01.62.11.9-1.7%
Chile1.61.31.61.84.0%
Finland1.10.91.41.35.7%
United States1.11.01.31.35.7%
Russia0.90.81.01.210.1%
Others1.51.41.51.3-4.7%
Total13.312.014.916.77.9%

Top Suppliers of Chemical Wood Pulp to China in 2022:

  1. Brazil (8.2M tons)
  2. Indonesia (2.9M tons)
  3. Chile (2.3M tons)
  4. Canada (2.1M tons)
  5. Finland (1.6M tons)
  6. Russia (1.5M tons)
  7. United States (1.3M tons)

Chemical Wood Pulp Exports in China

In 2022, exports of chemical wood pulp from China soared to 208K tons, growing by 196% on the previous year. In general, exports posted a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, chemical wood pulp exports surged to $208M in 2022. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Chemical Wood Pulp in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Russia1.10.20.240.8233.5%
MalaysiaN/AN/A4.930.7526.5%
IndiaN/AN/A2.125.31104.8%
Bangladesh0.20.53.723.0386.3%
United Arab Emirates0.11.92.421.2496.3%
Iran6.34.313.914.431.7%
Kenya0.80.42.18.3118.1%
South Korea1.00.64.55.071.0%
Thailand0.40.95.34.3120.7%
Nigeria0.30.41.94.0137.1%
Vietnam2.70.32.51.9-11.1%
Australia1.90.52.0N/A2.6%
Others11.812.016.128.634.3%
Total26.722.361.620898.2%

Top Export Markets for Chemical Wood Pulp from China in 2022:

  1. Australia (undefinedK tons)
  2. Malaysia (55.8K tons)
  3. India (28.9K tons)
  4. Russia (27.0K tons)
  5. Bangladesh (22.6K tons)
  6. United Arab Emirates (15.7K tons)
  7. Iran (11.2K tons)
  8. Kenya (6.6K tons)
  9. South Korea (6.6K tons)
  10. Thailand (5.1K tons)
  11. Nigeria (5.0K tons)
  12. Vietnam (2.4K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chemical wood pulp market in China. 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:

  • FCL 1660 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, unbleached
  • FCL 1661 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, bleached
  • FCL 1662 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, unbleached
  • FCL 1663 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, bleached

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    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
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    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
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