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Ecuador: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian sulphur market shrank sharply to $X in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a measured expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Sulphur Production in Ecuador

In value terms, sulphur production declined sharply to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

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Sulphur Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2022, the amount of sulphur exported from Ecuador dropped modestly to X tons, approximately equating the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed measured growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Exports by Country

Peru (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Ecuador, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Peru amounted to X%.

In value terms, Peru ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Peru was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average export price increased by X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, 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 Peru.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Peru amounted to X% per year.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Ecuador

Sulphur imports into Ecuador reduced rapidly to X tons in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, recorded a pronounced expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur imports reduced markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Ecuador, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, sulphur imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Kazakhstan (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Peru (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Russia stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kazakhstan (X% per year) and Peru (X% per year).

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Ecuador, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Peru ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Kazakhstan, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Peru (X% per year) and Kazakhstan (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Peru ($X per ton), while the price for Kazakhstan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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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. Morocco ranked third in terms of total consumption 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, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States, with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur to Ecuador?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Ecuador, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Peru, with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Kazakhstan, with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from Ecuador?

In value terms, Peru remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Ecuador.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Ecuador?

The average sulphur export price stood at $143 per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Ecuador?

The average sulphur import price stood at $303 per ton in 2022, waning by -2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Ecuador. 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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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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
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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