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Nigeria - Unbleached Sulphate Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Nigeria: Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Market 2024

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Market Size in Nigeria

In 2022, the Nigerien unbleached sulphate pulp market increased by 25% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, the total consumption indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +52.8% against 2019 indices. Unbleached sulphate pulp consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Production in Nigeria

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 312%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Imports

Imports into Nigeria

In 2022, overseas purchases of unbleached sulphate pulp increased by 60% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. In general, imports recorded a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 276%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports posted a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 189% 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

New Zealand (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Russia (X tons) were the main suppliers of unbleached sulphate pulp imports to Nigeria, together comprising 79% of total imports. France, Belgium, China, the United States, Brazil, Germany and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by France (with a CAGR of +52.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, New Zealand ($X), Russia ($X) and Chile ($X) appeared to be the largest unbleached sulphate pulp suppliers to Nigeria, together accounting for 79% of total imports.

Chile, with a CAGR of +56.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average unbleached sulphate pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 34% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, unbleached sulphate pulp import price increased by +57.2% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 42% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain 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 Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium ($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 (+16.9%), 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 sulphate pulp in the world?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of unbleached sulphate pulp consumption, comprising approx. 56% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by China, with a 6.7% share.

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

The United States remains the largest unbleached sulphate pulp producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, fivefold. Sweden ranked third in terms of total production with a 6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unbleached sulphate pulp to Nigeria?

In value terms, New Zealand, Russia and Chile were the largest unbleached sulphate pulp suppliers to Nigeria, together comprising 79% of total imports.

What is the average import price for unbleached sulphate pulp in Nigeria?

The average unbleached sulphate pulp import price stood at $1,417 per ton in 2022, growing by 34% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphate pulp market in Nigeria. 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 1662 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, unbleached

Country coverage:

Nigeria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Nigeria
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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