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United Kingdom: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in the UK

The UK sulphur market totaled $X in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a perceptible decrease. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Sulphur Production in the UK

In value terms, sulphur production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Sulphur production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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Sulphur Exports

Exports from the UK

Sulphur exports from the UK soared to X tons in 2022, picking up by X% compared with 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous slump. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, faced a sharp setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Sri Lanka (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from the UK, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphur exports to Sri Lanka exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Portugal (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Poland (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Sri Lanka totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Portugal (X% per year) and Poland (X% per year).

In value terms, Sri Lanka ($X) remains the key foreign market for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur exports from the UK, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Portugal ($X), with an X% share of total exports. It was followed by Poland, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Sri Lanka stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Portugal (X% per year) and Poland (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphur export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Sri Lanka ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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 the UK

In 2022, sulphur imports into the UK declined markedly to X tons, reducing by X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports faced a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Netherlands (X tons) was the main sulphur supplier to the UK, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

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

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to the UK.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sulphur consumption was China, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States, with a 9.1% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphur production, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to the UK?

In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of sulphur sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to the UK.

What are the leading importers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur from the UK?

In value terms, Sri Lanka remains the key foreign market for sulphur sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur exports from the UK, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Portugal, with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Poland, with a 5.1% share.

What is the average export price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the UK?

In 2022, the average sulphur export price amounted to $1,062 per ton, waning by -35.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the UK?

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $2,380 per ton, with an increase of 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in the UK. 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:

Prodcom 20132120 - Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated, colloidal sulphur

Country coverage:

United Kingdom

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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 the UK
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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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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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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