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Egypt: Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Market 2024

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian unbleached sulphate pulp market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after four years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Production in Egypt

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume decreased by 99.9%. Unbleached sulphate pulp production peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, approx. X kg of unbleached sulphate pulp were exported from Egypt; remaining constant against 2020. Over the period under review, exports faced a precipitous decline. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2020. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp exports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a precipitous contraction. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2020. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X kg) was the main destination for unbleached sulphate pulp exports from Egypt, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2016 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Saudi Arabia was relatively modest.

From 2016 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Saudi Arabia was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average unbleached sulphate pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price saw modest growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Saudi Arabia.

From 2016 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Saudi Arabia amounted to 0.0% per year.

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, overseas purchases of unbleached sulphate pulp increased by 59% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 456% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 351%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Finland (X tons) constituted the largest unbleached sulphate pulp supplier to Egypt, with a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp imports from Finland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Russia (X tons), with a 1.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Finland was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (-35.5% per year) and Russia (-35.2% per year).

In value terms, Finland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphate pulp to Egypt, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 1.4% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 0.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Finland stood at +22.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (-42.5% per year) and the United States (-37.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average unbleached sulphate pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 132% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a significant 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 Finland ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Finland (+23.3%), 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 unbleached sulphate pulp in the world?

The country with the largest volume of unbleached sulphate pulp consumption was the United States, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, sixfold. Sweden ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.9% share.

What are the largest producers of unbleached sulphate pulp in the world?

The United States remains the largest unbleached sulphate pulp producing country worldwide, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, sixfold. Sweden ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unbleached sulphate pulp to Egypt?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphate pulp to Egypt, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Finland, with a 7.9% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for unbleached sulphate pulp in Egypt?

In 2021, the average unbleached sulphate pulp export price amounted to $764 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for unbleached sulphate pulp in Egypt?

The average unbleached sulphate pulp import price stood at $1,036 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 1.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphate pulp market in Egypt. 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 1662 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, unbleached

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
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
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. 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. 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