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Cameroon: Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Market 2025

Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Market Size in Cameroon

In 2022, the Cameroonian potassium sulphate (SOP) market decreased by -0.1% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Production in Cameroon

In value terms, potassium sulphate (SOP) production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 5.5%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Exports

Exports from Cameroon

For the fifth year in a row, Cameroon recorded growth in overseas shipments of potassium sulphate (SOP), which increased by 20% to X tons in 2017. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 154%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2017 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, potassium sulphate (SOP) exports skyrocketed to $X in 2017. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 164%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2017 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Congo (X tons) was the main destination for potassium sulphate (SOP) exports from Cameroon, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Congo was relatively modest.

In value terms, Congo ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for potassium sulphate (SOP) exports from Cameroon.

From 2013 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Congo was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2017, the average potassium sulphate (SOP) export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by 4.1% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2017, 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 Congo.

From 2013 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chad amounted to -0.8% per year.

Potassium Sulphate (Sop) Imports

Imports into Cameroon

In 2022, the amount of potassium sulphate (SOP) imported into Cameroon fell remarkably to X tons, waning by -23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 347%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, potassium sulphate (SOP) imports declined remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 302%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of potassium sulphate (SOP) to Cameroon, with a 57% share of total imports. Moreover, potassium sulphate (SOP) imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Belgium (X tons), with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from India amounted to +19.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-0.3% per year) and Belgium (-21.2% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of potassium sulphate (SOP) to Cameroon, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from India stood at +17.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (-15.2% per year) and China (-4.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average potassium sulphate (SOP) import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 2.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 47%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+36.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potassium sulphate (sop) market in Cameroon. 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 4017 -

Country coverage:

Cameroon

Data coverage:

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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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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