Benelux: Market for Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades) 2025

Market Size for Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades) in Benelux

In 2021, the Benelux market for chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. The total consumption indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades) in Benelux

In value terms, production of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 121%. Over the period under review, production of attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades)

Exports in Benelux

For the third consecutive year, Benelux recorded growth in overseas shipments of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades), which increased by 6.5% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports showed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 72% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, exports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 54%. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands was the key exporting country with an export of around X tons, which amounted to 88% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), making up a 12% share of total exports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) exports, with a CAGR of +11.9% from 2012 to 2021. Belgium (-8.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the Netherlands (+33 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of Belgium (-32.7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest soda and sulphate chemical wood pulp supplier in Benelux, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the Netherlands totaled +11.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the export price increased by 29% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the Netherlands totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+2.2%).

Imports of Chemical Wood Pulp (Soda And Sulphate, Other Than Dissolving Grades)

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, imports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) in Benelux expanded markedly to X tons, picking up by 12% on 2020. Over the period under review, imports showed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 131% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, imports of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a tangible increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 86% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X tons) was the largest importer of chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades), creating 87% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), mixing up a 13% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) imports, with a CAGR of +10.1% from 2012 to 2021. Belgium (-4.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The Netherlands (+22 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Belgium saw its share reduced by -21.8% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported chemical wood pulp (soda and sulphate, other than dissolving grades) in Benelux, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 16% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the Netherlands amounted to +6.4%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 16% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the Netherlands amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+1.3%).

Source: IndexBox Platform