India - Sulphur (Sublimed Or Precipitated) And Colloidal Sulphur - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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India - Sulphur (Sublimed Or Precipitated) And Colloidal Sulphur - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Sulphur Price in India - 2023

Contents:

  1. Sulphur Price in India (FOB) - 2023
  2. Sulphur Price in India (CIF) - 2023
  3. Sulphur Exports in India
  4. Sulphur Imports in India

Sulphur Price in India (FOB) - 2023

In July 2023, the average sulphur export price amounted to $1,664 per ton, declining by -8.6% against the previous month. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2023 an increase of 7.6% month-to-month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $1,907 per ton. From April 2023 to July 2023, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In July 2023, the countries with the highest prices were South Africa ($1,932 per ton) and the Netherlands ($1,890 per ton), while the average price for exports to Russia ($1,301 per ton) and Indonesia ($1,491 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Slovenia (+0.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sulphur Price in India (CIF) - 2023

In July 2023, the average sulphur import price amounted to $4,373 per ton, increasing by 9.6% against the previous month. In general, the import price, however, showed a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in November 2022 when the average import price increased by 65% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $6,436 per ton in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to July 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($8,925 per ton), while the price for China ($1,322 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+3.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sulphur Exports in India

In 2022, sulphur exports from India fell dramatically to 15K tons, waning by -15.8% on the previous year. In general, exports continue to indicate a noticeable contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 18K tons, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, sulphur exports dropped modestly to $26M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 11%.

Export of Sulphur in India (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Netherlands6.36.12.94.8-8.7%
United States4.53.73.73.7-6.3%
Indonesia2.21.82.52.54.4%
Thailand1.91.72.12.13.4%
Brazil2.01.92.12.00.0%
Russia2.41.62.12.0-5.9%
South Africa1.91.31.81.8-1.8%
Italy1.01.31.51.411.9%
Portugal1.10.91.11.10.0%
Spain1.10.91.21.10.0%
Others4.02.95.83.2-7.2%
Total28.324.126.725.7-3.2%

Top Export Markets for Sulphur from India in 2022:

  1. Netherlands (2.5K tons)
  2. United States (2.3K tons)
  3. Indonesia (1.6K tons)
  4. Brazil (1.3K tons)
  5. Thailand (1.3K tons)
  6. Russia (1.3K tons)
  7. South Africa (1.0K tons)
  8. Italy (0.8K tons)
  9. Spain (0.7K tons)
  10. Portugal (0.6K tons)

Sulphur Imports in India

In 2022, sulphur imports into India surged to 1.6K tons, increasing by 58% against 2021 figures. In general, imports recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 193%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sulphur imports shrank rapidly to $3.7M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 308% against the previous year.

Import of Sulphur in India (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Taiwan (Chinese)15.99063,9643,259489.6%
China18812475.0105-17.6%
BelgiumN/A23.2125103110.7%
South Korea75.117787.291.76.9%
Germany87.487.380.468.9-7.6%
United States66.614.24.623.1-29.7%
SloveniaN/A718N/AN/A0%
Others81.248.414225.9-31.7%
Total5142,0994,4793,67692.7%

Top Suppliers of Sulphur to India in 2022:

  1. Taiwan (Chinese) (1299.8 tons)
  2. China (115.9 tons)
  3. South Korea (99.4 tons)
  4. Germany (55.1 tons)
  5. Belgium (35.9 tons)
  6. United States (19.6 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
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  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
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    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    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
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    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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Decrease in India's Sulphur Exports to $1.1M Recorded for November 2023
Apr 3, 2024
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The growth pace was the most rapid in December 2022 when Sulphur exports increased by 172% against the previous month. In value terms, Sulphur exports dropped markedly to $1.1M in November 2023.

India's Sulphur Price Increases by 2%, Average Price at $1,780 per Ton
Apr 14, 2023
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In November 2022, the price of sulfur was $1,780 per ton FOB (Free On Board) India – a 1.7% increase from the previous month.

Sulphur Price in India Hits New Record of $1,838 per Ton
Dec 27, 2022
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In July 2022, the sulphur price stood at $1,838 per ton (FOB, India), growing by 11% against the previous month.

Which Country Imports the Most Sulphur in the World?
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Which Country Imports the Most Sublimed and Precipitated Sulphur in the World?
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Which Country Exports the Most Sulphur in the World?
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Which Country Exports the Most Sublimed and Precipitated Sulphur in the World?
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In value terms, sublimed and precipitated sulphur exports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, sublimed and precipitated sulphur exports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. In that year, global su...

Which Country Exports the Most Sulphuric Acid and Oleum in the World?
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Sulphur Market - the UAE Suddenly Becomes Top Exporter of Sulphur
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