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Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Prices in the United States

U.S. Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Import Price per Ton in August 2022

In August 2022, the unbleached sulphate pulp price per ton stood at $612.5 (CIF, US), approximately equating the previous month. In general, the import price, however, showed a noticeable setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in July 2022 an increase of 12% against the previous month. The import price peaked at $766.9 per ton in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to August 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In August 2022, the country with the highest price was Chile ($951.0 per ton), while the price for Canada ($553.0 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+1.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

U.S. Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Import Prices by Type

As there is only one major imported type of unbleached sulphate pulp, the average price level is determined by prices for wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of non-coniferous wood amounted to 0.0% per month.

U.S. Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Imports

Unbleached sulphate pulp imports into the United States surged to 21K tons in August 2022, rising by 46% against July 2022. In general, imports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in February 2022 with an increase of 205% month-to-month.

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp imports surged to $13M (IndexBox estimates) in August 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in February 2022 when imports increased by 166% against the previous month. Imports peaked in August 2022.

U.S. Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Imports by Type

In August 2022, wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood (21K tons) was the main type of unbleached sulphate pulp supplied to the United States, accounting for a approximately 100% share of total imports.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly growth rate of the volume of import of wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood totaled +22.0%.

In value terms, wood pulp; chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, (other than dissolving grades), unbleached, of coniferous wood ($13M) constituted the largest type of unbleached sulphate pulp supplied to the United States.

U.S. Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Imports by Country

In August 2022, Canada (17K tons) constituted the largest unbleached sulphate pulp supplier to the United States, with a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp imports from Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Chile (2.7K tons), sevenfold.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly growth rate of volume from Canada totaled +25.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Chile (+7.8% per month) and Sweden (-0.1% per month).

In value terms, Canada ($9.6M) constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphate pulp to the United States, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Chile ($2.5M), with a 20% share of total imports.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value from Canada totaled +20.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Chile (+9.6% per month) and Sweden (+0.6% per month).

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphate pulp market in the U.S.. 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:

FCL 1662 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, unbleached

Country coverage:

United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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