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China: Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2024

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in China

For the third consecutive year, the Chinese unbleached sulphite pulp market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 45% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption posted notable growth. Unbleached sulphite pulp consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports from China

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of unbleached sulphite pulp, when their volume decreased by -93.7% to X tons. In general, exports recorded a significant contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 888% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a pronounced setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 885% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Australia (X tons) was the main destination for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from China, with a 94% share of total exports. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp exports to Australia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, El Salvador (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Australia amounted to -27.9%.

In value terms, Australia ($X) remains the key foreign market for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from China, comprising 21% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by El Salvador ($X), with a 0.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Australia stood at -18.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average unbleached sulphite pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 1,006% against the previous year. In general, the export price enjoyed a significant increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to El Salvador amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+14.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports into China

In 2022, overseas purchases of unbleached sulphite pulp increased by 44% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after four years of decline. Overall, imports saw moderate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 49%. 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, unbleached sulphite pulp imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 99%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) was the main supplier of unbleached sulphite pulp to China, with a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Russia totaled +4.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+87.7% per year) and Germany (-22.2% per year).

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphite pulp to China, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 9.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Russia amounted to +5.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+119.9% per year) and Germany (-9.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average unbleached sulphite pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 48% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+17.1%), 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 unbleached sulphite pulp in the world?

The country with the largest volume of unbleached sulphite pulp consumption was Russia, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Democratic People's Republic of Korea, with a 5.2% share.

What are the largest producers of unbleached sulphite pulp in the world?

The country with the largest volume of unbleached sulphite pulp production was Russia, accounting for 55% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Democratic People's Republic of Korea, with a 5.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unbleached sulphite pulp to China?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphite pulp to China, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States, with a 9.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of unbleached sulphite pulp from China?

In value terms, Australia remains the key foreign market for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from China, comprising 21% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by El Salvador $150), with a 0.5% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for unbleached sulphite pulp in China?

The average unbleached sulphite pulp export price stood at $17,928 per ton in 2022, picking up by 1,006% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for unbleached sulphite pulp in China?

The average unbleached sulphite pulp import price stood at $612 per ton in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphite pulp market in China. 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:

FCL 1660 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, unbleached

Country coverage:

China

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in China
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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