Croatia: Overview of the Market for Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades) 2019

Market Size for Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades) in Croatia

The revenue of the market for chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) in Croatia amounted to $X in 2018, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) continues to indicate a moderate curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the market value increased by X% year-to-year. Consumption of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) peaked at $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2018, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades) in Croatia

In value terms, production of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) amounted to $X in 2018 estimated in export prices. Overall, production of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) continues to indicate a measured setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when production volume increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, production of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) reached its peak figure level at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2018, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades)

Exports from Croatia

In 2018, approx. X tonnes of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) were exported from Croatia; growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, exports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades), however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, exports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) reached their peak figure at X tonnes in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, exports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) amounted to $X in 2018. Overall, exports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades), however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, exports failed to regain their momentum.

Exports by Country

Slovenia (X tonnes) was the main destination for exports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) from Croatia, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Slovenia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Slovenia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for soda and sulphate chemical wood pulp exports from Croatia.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value to Slovenia was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) stood at $X per tonne in 2018, falling by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price for chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades), however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of X% y-o-y. In that year, the average export prices for chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) attained their peak level of $X per tonne. From 2017 to 2018, the growth in terms of the average export prices for chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2007 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Slovenia amounted to +X% per year.

Imports of Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades)

Imports into Croatia

In 2018, approx. X tonnes of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) were imported into Croatia; going down by -X% against the previous year. Overall, imports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, imports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) attained their maximum at X tonnes in 2017, and then declined slightly in the following year.

In value terms, imports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) totaled $X in 2018. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations over the period under review. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) reached their peak figure at $X in 2017, and then declined slightly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The U.S. (X tonnes), the Czech Republic (X tonnes) and the Netherlands (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of imports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) to Croatia, together comprising X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the Czech Republic, while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X), the Czech Republic ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest soda and sulphate chemical wood pulp suppliers to Croatia, with a combined X% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, the Czech Republic recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to imports, over the last eleven-year period, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the average import price for chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) amounted to $X per tonne, going up by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2018, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of X% year-to-year. In that year, the average import prices for chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) reached their peak level and is likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the U.S. ($X per tonne), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the U.S., while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform