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Czech Republic: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market 2025

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market Size in the Czech Republic

The Czech semi-chemical wood pulp market totaled $X in 2022, growing by 1.7% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Production in the Czech Republic

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a pronounced increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 355%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from the Czech Republic

Semi-chemical wood pulp exports from the Czech Republic totaled X kg in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against 2020. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 505% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp exports totaled $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a significant decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 401% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X kg), Poland (X kg) and Sweden (X kg) were the main destinations of semi-chemical wood pulp exports from the Czech Republic.

From 2013 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Sweden (0.0% per year) and Poland (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average semi-chemical wood pulp export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 a decrease of -17.2%. The export price peaked in 2021 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 Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (-18.9%).

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into the Czech Republic

In 2022, supplies from abroad of semi-chemical wood pulp was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, imports recorded a moderate expansion. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 729%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest semi-chemical wood pulp supplier to the Czech Republic, with a 55% share of total imports. Moreover, semi-chemical wood pulp imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Estonia (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Belgium (X tons), with an 18% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany stood at +100.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Estonia (-0.9% per year) and Belgium (+14.9% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X), Belgium ($X) and Slovakia ($X) constituted the largest semi-chemical wood pulp suppliers to the Czech Republic, with a combined 91% share of total imports.

Germany, with a CAGR of +90.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average semi-chemical wood pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -52.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 1,789% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined notably in the following year.

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 Slovakia ($X per ton), while the price for Estonia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovakia (+26.4%), 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 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, together accounting for 62% of global consumption. Russia, India, Egypt, Indonesia, South Korea, Finland, Sweden and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together comprising 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 comprising a further 24%.

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

In value terms, Belgium constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to the Czech Republic.

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

In 2021, the average semi-chemical wood pulp export price amounted to $1,173 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average semi-chemical wood pulp import price amounted to $1,498 per ton, with an increase of 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the semi-chemical wood pulp market in the Czech Republic. 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

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Czech Republic
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 2012–2024
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