Scandinavia: Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2024

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in Scandinavia

The Scandinavia bleached sulphite pulp market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the market value increased by 8.8%. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Production in Scandinavia

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports in Scandinavia

In 2022, shipments abroad of bleached sulphite pulp decreased by -17.9% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Total exports indicated a slight increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports decreased by -37.3% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 64%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp exports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 54%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Norway was the main exporting country with an export of around X tons, which accounted for 80% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Sweden (X tons), constituting a 20% share of total exports.

Norway was also the fastest-growing in terms of the bleached sulphite pulp exports, with a CAGR of +33.5% from 2012 to 2022. Sweden (-13.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Norway increased by +75 percentage points.

In value terms, Norway ($X) remains the largest bleached sulphite pulp supplier in Scandinavia, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Sweden ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Norway amounted to +31.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Scandinavia stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 27%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while Sweden stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (+6.6%).

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports in Scandinavia

In 2022, supplies from abroad of bleached sulphite pulp decreased by -15.8% to X tons, falling for the sixth year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 15%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a noticeable reduction. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Sweden (X tons) was the main importer of bleached sulphite pulp, generating 61% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Finland (X tons), achieving a 35% share of total imports. Norway (X tons) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Finland (with a CAGR of +2.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

In value terms, the largest bleached sulphite pulp importing markets in Scandinavia were Sweden ($X), Finland ($X) and Norway ($X).

Among the main importing countries, Sweden, with a CAGR of +6.7%, 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 mixed trends in the imports figures.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Scandinavia stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 85% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a buoyant increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while Finland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Norway (+20.6%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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