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Canada: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Canada

The Canadian sulphur market reduced markedly to $X in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a slight increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphur Production in Canada

In value terms, sulphur production reduced markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X, and then shrank rapidly in the following year.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Canada

In 2022, exports of sulphur from Canada rose remarkably to X tons, growing by X% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a moderate expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons), Australia (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main destinations of sulphur exports from Canada, together comprising X% of total exports. Mexico, Chile, New Zealand and New Caledonia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by New Caledonia (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Canada, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Australia ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Australia (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was New Caledonia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X 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 Chile (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Canada

In 2022, imports of sulphur into Canada soared to X tons, picking up by X% on 2021. Overall, imports posted a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, sulphur imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main sulphur supplier to Canada, with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by South Korea (X tons), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled X%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Canada, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded perceptible growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the price for the United States stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphur in the world?

China remains the largest sulphur consuming country worldwide, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Morocco, with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur in the world?

Japan constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphur production, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur to Canada?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Canada, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Korea, with a 5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from Canada?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Canada, comprising 37% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Australia, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Canada?

In 2022, the average sulphur export price amounted to $245 per ton, jumping by 57% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Canada?

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $323 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Canada. 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.

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Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. 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. 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
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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