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Bangladesh: Sulphites Market 2025

Sulphites Market Size in Bangladesh

The Bangladeshi sulphites market surged to $X in 2022, growing by 27% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption showed a remarkable increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Sulphites Exports

Exports from Bangladesh

In 2018, shipments abroad of sulphites decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, exports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 206% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2018 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sulphites exports totaled $X in 2018. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 12%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2018 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for sulphites exports from Bangladesh, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Turkey was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value to Turkey was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphites export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average export price decreased by -63.5% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Turkey.

From 2012 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to 0.0% per year.

Sulphites Imports

Imports into Bangladesh

In 2022, overseas purchases of sulphites increased by 0.1% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 81% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, sulphites imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 62% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) were the main suppliers of sulphites imports to Bangladesh, together comprising 94% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +15.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Germany ($X) and Thailand ($X) were the largest sulphites suppliers to Bangladesh, with a combined 87% share of total imports. India, Turkey, Hong Kong SAR and Taiwan (Chinese) lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 4.5%.

Among the main suppliers, India, with a CAGR of +19.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average sulphites import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 37% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+6.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 38% share of global consumption. Japan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Russia, Germany, Brazil, the UK, France, Mexico, Italy and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of sulphites in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphites production, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, sulphites production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphites to Bangladesh?

In value terms, the largest sulphites suppliers to Bangladesh were Germany, China and Thailand, together accounting for 85% of total imports. India, Turkey and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 8.6%.

What is the average export price for sulphites in Bangladesh?

In 2018, the average sulphites export price amounted to $3,037 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphites in Bangladesh?

The average sulphites import price stood at $961 per ton in 2021, growing by 30% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphites market in Bangladesh. 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 20134133 - Sulphites

Country coverage:

Bangladesh

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bangladesh
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 THE AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024