Belarus: Market for Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers 2022

Market Size for Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers in Belarus

In 2021, the Belarusian market for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers in Belarus

In value terms, production of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production of hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers

Exports from Belarus

In 2021, shipments abroad of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, exports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Russia (X tons) was the main destination for exports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers from Belarus, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Russia totaled +X%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers exports from Belarus.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Russia amounted to +X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Russia.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to -X% per year.

Imports of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers

Imports into Belarus

Imports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers into Belarus surged to X tons in 2021, increasing by X% compared with the year before. Overall, total imports indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports of remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, imports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a mild reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Russia (X tons) was the main uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers supplier to Belarus, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia totaled +X%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers to Belarus.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a noticeable setback. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Russia.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to -X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform