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Chile: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Chile

The Chilean sulphur market dropped to $X in 2022, falling by -11.9% against the previous year. Overall, consumption showed a perceptible setback. Sulphur consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphur Production in Chile

In value terms, sulphur production contracted remarkably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 103,645% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2022, sulphur exports from Chile surged to X tons, growing by 30% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 176%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced decrease. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Argentina (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Chile, with a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Bolivia (X tons), with a 1.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Argentina amounted to +2.7%.

In value terms, Argentina ($X) remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Chile, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bolivia ($X), with a 1.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Argentina totaled +1.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 77% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bolivia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Argentina amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Costa Rica (+2.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Chile

In 2022, imports of sulphur into Chile reduced notably to X tons, which is down by -45.8% on the previous year. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 219% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

In value terms, sulphur imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, posted strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 244%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) was the main sulphur supplier to Chile, with a 99% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States (X tons), with a 1.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Canada totaled +5.8%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Chile, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 5.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Canada stood at +18.7%.

Import Prices by Country

The average sulphur import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 130% against the previous year. Overall, the import price enjoyed a prominent increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Canada totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+12.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphur in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sulphur consumption was China, comprising approx. 35% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Morocco, with a 7.2% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sulphur production was China, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur 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 Russia, with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur to Chile?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Chile.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from Chile?

In value terms, Argentina remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Chile.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Chile?

The average sulphur export price stood at $184 per ton in 2021, picking up by 22% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Chile?

The average sulphur import price stood at $151 per ton in 2021, rising by 9.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Chile. 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.

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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
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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 2012–2023
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