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Pakistan: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Pakistan

The Pakistani sulphur market soared to $X in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Sulphur Production in Pakistan

In value terms, sulphur production skyrocketed to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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Sulphur Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2022, after four years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of sulphur, when their volume increased by X% to X kg. Overall, exports, however, showed a precipitous decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a sharp descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Ethiopia (X kg) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Pakistan, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

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

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

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Ethiopia amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a mild shrinkage. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

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

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, sulphur imports into Pakistan surged to X tons, with an increase of X% against 2021 figures. Overall, imports showed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, sulphur imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a tangible increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Uzbekistan (X tons), Iran (X tons) and Saudi Arabia (X tons) were the main suppliers of sulphur imports to Pakistan, with a combined X% share of total imports. Afghanistan, Jordan, Bahrain, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates and Oman lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Afghanistan (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X), Uzbekistan ($X) and Saudi Arabia ($X) were the largest sulphur suppliers to Pakistan, with a combined X% share of total imports. Iran, Afghanistan, Jordan, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates and Oman lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Afghanistan, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average sulphur import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Bahrain ($X per ton), while the price for Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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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?

Japan constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphur production, comprising approx. 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 Pakistan?

In value terms, the largest sulphur suppliers to Pakistan were Bahrain, Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia, with a combined 68% share of total imports. Iran, Afghanistan, Jordan, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates and Oman lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from Pakistan?

In value terms, Ethiopia $40) remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Pakistan.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Pakistan?

In 2022, the average sulphur export price amounted to $833 per ton, jumping by 275% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Pakistan?

The average sulphur import price stood at $93 per ton in 2022, dropping by -1.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Pakistan. 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 Pakistan
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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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