U.S. - Chemical Wood Pulp (Dissolving Grades) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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U.S. - Chemical Wood Pulp (Dissolving Grades) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Price for Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States (FOB) - 2023
  2. Price for Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States (CIF) - 2023
  3. Exports of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States
  4. Imports of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States

Price for Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States (FOB) - 2023

The average dissolving grade wood pulp export price stood at $1,172 per ton in September 2023, dropping by -1.9% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in August 2023 when the average export price increased by 5.4% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $1,327 per ton in November 2022; however, from December 2022 to September 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In September 2023, the country with the highest price was Japan ($1,937 per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($807 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to India (+1.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States (CIF) - 2023

In September 2023, the average dissolving grade wood pulp import price amounted to $1,066 per ton, surging by 17% against the previous month. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a mild descent. The import price peaked at $1,251 per ton in September 2022; however, from October 2022 to September 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Norway ($1,861 per ton), while the price for France ($776 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Norway (+5.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Exports of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States

In 2022, dissolving grade wood pulp exports from the United States rose sharply to 845K tons, with an increase of 5.7% against 2021. In general, exports, however, showed a noticeable decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 11%.

In value terms, dissolving grade wood pulp exports skyrocketed to $1.1B in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated strong growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +55.0% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 33%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Export of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China3352792823572.1%
Indonesia2061042522110.8%
Japan99.511310414312.9%
Germany60.462.990.798.417.7%
India53.625.235.250.8-1.8%
Thailand7.14.111.250.792.6%
Belgium48.812.623.624.3-20.7%
Switzerland12.212.613.019.516.9%
Others88.671.195.71045.5%
Total9126849071,0605.1%

Top Export Markets for Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp from the United States in 2022:

  1. China (274.1K tons)
  2. Indonesia (208.5K tons)
  3. Japan (83.3K tons)
  4. Germany (80.1K tons)
  5. Thailand (45.5K tons)
  6. India (43.5K tons)
  7. Belgium (20.5K tons)
  8. Switzerland (14.7K tons)

Imports of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States

For the fourth year in a row, the United States recorded growth in supplies from abroad of dissolving grade wood pulp, which increased by 15% to 283K tons in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated significant growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +22.1% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +82.1% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, dissolving grade wood pulp imports surged to $286M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.7% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +50.8% against 2019 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Brazil11514116020821.8%
Canada34.934.536.040.55.1%
South Africa25.918.716.620.8-7.0%
France10.211.610.410.20.0%
Norway3.45.37.76.423.5%
Others0.40.16.20.2-20.6%
Total18921123628614.8%

Top Suppliers of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp to the United States in 2022:

  1. Brazil (218.8K tons)
  2. Canada (35.7K tons)
  3. South Africa (15.0K tons)
  4. France (9.0K tons)
  5. Norway (4.5K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for dissolving grade wood pulp in the U.S.. 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 1667 - Dissolving wood pulp

Country coverage:

  • United States

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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  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
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    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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