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Chile: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Chile

The Chilean sulphur market fell to $X in 2022, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a pronounced slump. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Sulphur Production in Chile

In value terms, sulphur production contracted markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Chile

Sulphur exports from Chile skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, with an increase of X% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, saw a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced decline. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Argentina (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Chile, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphur exports to Argentina exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Hungary (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Argentina totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Hungary (X% per year) and Uruguay (X% per year).

In value terms, Argentina ($X) remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Chile, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Hungary ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Argentina amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Hungary (X% per year) and Uruguay (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphur export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Hungary ($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 Argentina (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Chile

Sulphur imports into Chile contracted sharply to X tons in 2022, falling by X% on the year before. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then declined notably in the following year.

In value terms, sulphur imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Canada amounted to X%.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Canada totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average sulphur import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a strong increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Canada stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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, comprising approx. 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 held by Morocco, with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sulphur production was Japan, comprising approx. 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 Chile?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Chile, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States, with a 5.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from Chile?

In value terms, Argentina remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Chile, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Hungary, with a 14% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Chile?

In 2022, the average sulphur export price amounted to $455 per ton, with an increase of 77% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Chile?

The average sulphur import price stood at $341 per ton in 2022, growing by 130% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Chile. 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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Market volume and value
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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Chile
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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