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Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in Eastern Europe
The East European unbleached sulphite pulp market fell slightly to $X in 2022, reducing by -4.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a deep contraction. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Production in Eastern Europe
In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp production reduced dramatically to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 44%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Exports
Exports in Eastern Europe
In 2022, the amount of unbleached sulphite pulp exported in Eastern Europe reduced to X tons, shrinking by -7.6% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 71%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 93% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
The shipments of the one major exporters of unbleached sulphite pulp, namely Russia, represented more than two-thirds of total export.
Russia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the unbleached sulphite pulp exports, with a CAGR of -9.8% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Russia ($X) also remains the largest unbleached sulphite pulp supplier in Eastern Europe.
In Russia, unbleached sulphite pulp exports contracted by an average annual rate of -14.0% over the period from 2012-2022.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Eastern Europe stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -17.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 66%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, 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 Russia.
From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to -4.6% per year.
Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Imports
Imports in Eastern Europe
After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of unbleached sulphite pulp increased by 8.7% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 187%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 205%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
Slovakia dominates imports structure, reaching X tons, which was near 97% of total imports in 2022. The Czech Republic (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.
Slovakia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the unbleached sulphite pulp imports, with a CAGR of +24.2% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, the Czech Republic (+14.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Slovakia increased by +3.7 percentage points.
In value terms, Slovakia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported unbleached sulphite pulp in Eastern Europe, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Czech Republic ($X), with a 1% share of total imports.
In Slovakia, unbleached sulphite pulp imports expanded at an average annual rate of +28.5% over the period from 2012-2022.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Eastern Europe stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 49% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a perceptible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the import price increased by 53%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Slovakia ($X per ton), while the Czech Republic stood at $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovakia (+3.4%).
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphite pulp market in Eastern Europe. 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 1660 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, unbleached
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Eastern Europe, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Eastern Europe
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Russia
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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