Sweden: Sulphur Market 2022

Sulphur Market Size in Sweden

The Swedish sulphur market totaled $X in 2020, almost unchanged from the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2020; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphur Production in Sweden

In value terms, sulphur production stood at $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. In general, the total production indicated a noticeable expansion from 2007 to 2020: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2020 figures, production decreased by -X% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when the production volume increased by X% year-to-year. Sulphur production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, production failed to regain the momentum.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Sweden

In 2020, the amount of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur exported from Sweden surged to X tonnes, with an increase of X% on 2019 figures. In general, exports, however, recorded a sharp shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports reached the peak figure at X tonnes in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur exports dropped significantly to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, exports reached the peak of $X. from 2009 to 2020, the growth exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Denmark (X tonnes) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Sweden, with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Norway (X kg), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Denmark amounted to +X%.

In value terms, Denmark ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Sweden, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Norway ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Denmark amounted to +X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average sulphur export price amounted to $X per tonne, falling by -X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, export price reached the peak level of $X per tonne. from 2017 to 2020, the growth in terms of the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to Denmark totaled $X per tonne.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Norway.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Sweden

Sulphur imports into Sweden surged to X tonnes in 2020, jumping by X% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sulphur imports skyrocketed to $X in 2020. Overall, imports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Poland (X tonnes) was the main sulphur supplier to Sweden, accounting for a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany (X tonnes), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from Poland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Poland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Sweden, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Poland was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average sulphur import price stood at $X per tonne in 2020, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per tonne), while the price for Poland amounted to $X per tonne.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland.

Source: IndexBox Platform