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Brazil: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market 2025

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market Size in Brazil

In 2022, the Brazilian semi-chemical wood pulp market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption showed strong growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Production in Brazil

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp production dropped slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 90% against the previous year. Semi-chemical wood pulp production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from Brazil

After two years of growth, overseas shipments of semi-chemical wood pulp decreased by -54.8% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 43,919% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 56,677% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Colombia (X tons), Argentina (X tons) and Bolivia (X tons) were the main destinations of semi-chemical wood pulp exports from Brazil, together accounting for 87% of total exports.

From 2016 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Argentina (with a CAGR of +444.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Argentina ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from Brazil, comprising 57% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Colombia ($X), with a 28% share of total exports. It was followed by Bolivia, with a 7.4% share.

From 2016 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Argentina amounted to +468.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Colombia (0.0% per year) and Bolivia (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average semi-chemical wood pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 42% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2016 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Vietnam (+34.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into Brazil

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of semi-chemical wood pulp, when their volume increased by 113% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a sharp reduction. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a dramatic descent. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Finland (X tons) was the main supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to Brazil, with a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Finland amounted to -27.8%.

In value terms, Finland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to Brazil.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Finland amounted to -24.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average semi-chemical wood pulp import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 40% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.2%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Finland amounted to +4.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for semi-chemical wood pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of semi-chemical wood pulp consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and Canada, with a combined 62% share of global consumption. Russia, India, Egypt, Indonesia, South Korea, Finland, Sweden and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.

What are the largest producers of semi-chemical wood pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of semi-chemical wood pulp production in 2021 were the United States, Canada and China, together accounting for 65% of global production. Russia, Finland, New Zealand, Indonesia, Norway, Sweden, Estonia and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of semi-chemical wood pulp to Brazil?

In value terms, Finland, Canada and Germany constituted the largest semi-chemical wood pulp suppliers to Brazil, together comprising 90% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, the Netherlands and Italy, which together accounted for a further 10%.

What is the average export price for semi-chemical wood pulp in Brazil?

The average semi-chemical wood pulp export price stood at $621 per ton in 2021, dropping by -29.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for semi-chemical wood pulp in Brazil?

The average semi-chemical wood pulp import price stood at $513 per ton in 2021, flattening at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the semi-chemical wood pulp market in Brazil. 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 1655 - Semi-chemical wood pulp

Country coverage:

Brazil

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024