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Report Canada - Chemical Wood Pulp (Sulphite, Other Than Dissolving Grades) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights for 499$
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Canada - Chemical Wood Pulp (Sulphite, Other Than Dissolving Grades) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Canada: Sulphite Wood Pulp Market 2025

Sulphite Wood Pulp Market Size in Canada

In 2021, the Canadian sulphite wood pulp market decreased by -3.2% to $X, falling for the seventh year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, consumption recorded a mild descent. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphite Wood Pulp Production in Canada

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, faced a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphite Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from Canada

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) increased by 77% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports enjoyed a remarkable increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, total exports indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +58.1% against 2018 indices. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for sulphite wood pulp exports from Canada, with a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphite wood pulp exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States stood at +8.7%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) exports from Canada, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 7.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled +2.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphite wood pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -19.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 9.3%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (-1.1%).

Sulphite Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into Canada

In 2021, approx. X tons of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) were imported into Canada; with an increase of 54% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports posted a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 147% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp imports fell dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 25%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) was the main supplier of sulphite wood pulp to Canada, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States stood at +27.2%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) to Canada.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States amounted to -15.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sulphite wood pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -46.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price faced a precipitous shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 40% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -33.0% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of sulphite wood pulp consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Pakistan, with a combined 31% share of global consumption.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphite wood pulp production, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, sulphite wood pulp production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 3.5% share.
In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of sulphite wood pulp to Canada.
In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for sulphite wood pulp exports from Canada.
In 2020, the average sulphite wood pulp export price amounted to $452 per ton, growing by 6.3% against the previous year.
The average sulphite wood pulp import price stood at $470 per ton in 2020, approximately mirroring the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphite wood pulp market in Canada. 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 17111300 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, other than dissolving grades

Country coverage:

  • Canada

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 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

  12. 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

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