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Portugal: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Portugal

In 2022, the Portuguese sulphur market increased by X% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption showed a abrupt slump. Sulphur consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphur Production in Portugal

In value terms, sulphur production rose notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2022, the amount of sulphur exported from Portugal surged to X tons, increasing by X% against 2021 figures. In general, exports showed a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Portugal, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphur exports to France exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Spain (X tons), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to France stood at X%.

In value terms, France ($X) remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Portugal, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to France stood at 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, saw a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France totaled $X per ton.

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

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2022, approx. X tons of sulphur were imported into Portugal; with a decrease of X% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

In value terms, sulphur imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted a slight expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest sulphur supplier to Portugal, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, sulphur imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Poland (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by the Czech Republic (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Poland (X% per year) and the Czech Republic (X% per year).

In value terms, the largest sulphur suppliers to Portugal were Spain ($X), Poland ($X) and the Czech Republic ($X), together accounting for X% of total imports.

The Czech Republic, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a noticeable setback. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (X%), 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 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. 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?

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 United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur to Portugal?

In value terms, Spain, Poland and the Czech Republic appeared to be the largest sulphur suppliers to Portugal, with a combined 94% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from Portugal?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Portugal, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain, with a 12% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Portugal?

In 2022, the average sulphur export price amounted to $361 per ton, growing by 39% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Portugal?

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $739 per ton, with an increase of 48% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Portugal. 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
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Portugal
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
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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
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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