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Chile: Wood Pellets Market 2024

Wood Pellets Market Size in Chile

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was decline in the Chilean wood pellets market, when its value decreased by -1.6% to $X. In general, consumption, however, showed a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Wood Pellets Production in Chile

In value terms, wood pellets production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 206% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Wood Pellets Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2022, wood pellets exports from Chile reduced sharply to X tons, with a decrease of -90.6% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a perceptible setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 6,152% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

In value terms, wood pellets exports declined notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 4,595% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Denmark (X tons) was the main destination for wood pellets exports from Chile, with a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium (X kg), with a 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Denmark was relatively modest.

In value terms, Denmark ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for wood pellets exports from Chile, comprising 99.9% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Denmark was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average wood pellets export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 217% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a prominent increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium (+59.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Wood Pellets Imports

Imports into Chile

Wood pellets imports into Chile skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, with an increase of 20% on the year before. Overall, imports posted significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 2,515% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, wood pellets imports declined sharply to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 660% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of wood pellets to Chile, with a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, wood pellets imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Costa Rica (X tons), tenfold. Argentina (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 6.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil stood at +6.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Costa Rica (-3.1% per year) and Argentina (-28.7% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of wood pellets to Chile, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Costa Rica ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with a 6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil stood at -1.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Costa Rica (-3.6% per year) and Argentina (-28.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average wood pellets import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -31.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 713% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($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 (+9.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for wood pellets in the world?

The UK remains the largest wood pellets consuming country worldwide, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, wood pellets consumption in the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, threefold. The Netherlands ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.5% share.

What are the largest producers of wood pellets in the world?

The country with the largest volume of wood pellets production was United States, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, wood pellets production in United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, twofold. Viet Nam ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of wood pellets to Chile?

In value terms, United States, France and Germany were the largest wood pellets suppliers to Chile.

What are the leading importers of wood pellets from Chile?

In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for wood pellets exports from Chile.

What is the average export price for wood pellets in Chile?

In 2020, the average wood pellets export price amounted to $203 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for wood pellets in Chile?

In 2020, the average wood pellets import price amounted to $1,149 per ton, with an increase of 10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood pellets 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.

Product coverage:

FCL 1693 - Wood pellets

Country coverage:

Chile

Data coverage:

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

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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