Saudi Arabia - Sulphur (Sublimed Or Precipitated) And Colloidal Sulphur - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Sulphur Price in Saudi Arabia - 2021

Contents:

  1. Sulphur Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022
  2. Sulphur Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022
  3. Sulphur Exports in Saudi Arabia
  4. Sulphur Imports in Saudi Arabia

Sulphur Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022

The average sulphur export price stood at $958 per ton in 2022, declining by -36.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 12%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $2,390 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Tanzania ($3,218 per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($211 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 (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Sulphur Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022

The average sulphur import price stood at $977 per ton in 2022, dropping by -29.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a mild slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 120%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $2,582 per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($1,478 per ton), while the price for Spain ($811 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (-0.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Sulphur Exports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, approx. 5.1K tons of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur were exported from Saudi Arabia; picking up by 35% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 83%.

In value terms, sulphur exports shrank to $4.9M in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a significant decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 37% against the previous year.

Export of Sulphur in Saudi Arabia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Egypt8.32.12.52.3-34.8%
Indonesia1.00.11.20.9-3.5%
Tanzania2.20.60.70.6-35.2%
South Africa2.20.40.40.3-48.5%
India1.30.30.30.2-46.4%
Morocco0.60.20.20.2-30.7%
China1.10.20.20.2-43.3%
Others0.60.10.10.1-45.0%
Total17.34.15.64.9-34.3%

Top Export Markets for Sulphur from Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Egypt (2114.1 tons)
  2. China (941.1 tons)
  3. Morocco (712.5 tons)
  4. South Africa (456.6 tons)
  5. Indonesia (441.0 tons)
  6. Tanzania (198.9 tons)
  7. India (179.8 tons)

Sulphur Imports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, purchases abroad of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur decreased by -29% to 6.7 tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports showed a precipitous slump.

In value terms, sulphur imports fell notably to $6.5K in 2022. In general, imports recorded a dramatic shrinkage.

Import of Sulphur in Saudi Arabia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
SpainN/AN/AN/A4.10%
Germany35.2N/AN/A2.4-59.1%
United States146N/AN/AN/A0%
Pakistan41.8N/AN/AN/A0%
OthersN/AN/A13.0N/A0%
Total223N/A13.06.5-69.2%

Top Suppliers of Sulphur to Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Spain (5.0 tons)
  2. Germany (1.6 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Saudi Arabia. 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:

  • Prodcom 20132120 - Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated, colloidal sulphur

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  • Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
  • 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
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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
  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

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    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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