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Belgium - Unbleached Sulphite Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Belgium: Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2024

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in Belgium

The Belgian unbleached sulphite pulp market shrank to $X in 2022, which is down by -6.5% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a abrupt decrease. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Production in Belgium

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 28%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports from Belgium

In 2022, approx. X tons of unbleached sulphite pulp were exported from Belgium; surging by 10% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a significant decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 797% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp exports fell to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a sharp setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 919%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from Belgium, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France amounted to -35.5%.

In value terms, France ($X) also remains the key foreign market for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from Belgium.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to France totaled -36.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average unbleached sulphite pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -20.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 148%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, 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 France.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to +1.5% per year.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports into Belgium

In 2020, purchases abroad of unbleached sulphite pulp decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, imports showed a dramatic decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 2,874% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp imports amounted to $X in 2020. In general, imports faced a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 3,214%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Poland (X tons) was the main unbleached sulphite pulp supplier to Belgium, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from Poland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Poland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphite pulp to Belgium.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Poland was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average unbleached sulphite pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by 48% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to +38.1% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for unbleached sulphite pulp in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of unbleached sulphite pulp consumption, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Democratic People's Republic of Korea ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.6% share.

What are the largest producers of unbleached sulphite pulp in the world?

The country with the largest volume of unbleached sulphite pulp production was Russia, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Democratic People's Republic of Korea, with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unbleached sulphite pulp to Belgium?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphite pulp to Belgium.

What are the leading importers of unbleached sulphite pulp from Belgium?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from Belgium, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 21% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for unbleached sulphite pulp in Belgium?

In 2020, the average unbleached sulphite pulp export price amounted to $10,162 per ton, growing by 153% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for unbleached sulphite pulp in Belgium?

The average unbleached sulphite pulp import price stood at $380 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -30.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphite pulp market in Belgium. 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 1660 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, unbleached

Country coverage:

Belgium

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Belgium
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
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 TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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