
France - Wood Pulp, Excluding Mechanical Wood Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Wood Pulp, Excluding Mechanical Wood Pulp in France
In 2022, the French market for wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp increased by 23% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Production of Wood Pulp, Excluding Mechanical Wood Pulp in France
In value terms, production of wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 38%. Over the period under review, production of hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports of Wood Pulp, Excluding Mechanical Wood Pulp
Exports from France
For the fourth year in a row, France recorded decline in shipments abroad of wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp, which decreased by -5.1% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 11%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, exports of wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp rose sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 12%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Italy (X tons), Germany (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main destinations of exports of wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp from France, together comprising 57% of total exports. Spain, Vietnam, South Korea, India, Belgium, the United States, Portugal, Poland, Indonesia and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +305.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest markets for wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp exported from France were Germany ($X), Italy ($X) and China ($X), together comprising 58% of total exports. Spain, South Korea, the United States, Vietnam, Belgium, India, Portugal, Poland, Pakistan and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.
India, with a CAGR of +170.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the average export price for wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp amounted to $X per ton, surging by 13% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 26%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Vietnam (+18.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Wood Pulp, Excluding Mechanical Wood Pulp
Imports into France
Imports of wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp into France was estimated at X tons in 2022, with an increase of 5.4% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, saw a mild decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 8.7%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports of remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, imports of wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 24%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports of remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
Brazil (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp to France, together accounting for 59% of total imports. Finland, Belgium, Italy, Portugal, Germany, Spain, the United States, Chile and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of +70.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp suppliers to France were Brazil ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Sweden ($X), with a combined 59% share of total imports. Finland, Belgium, Italy, Germany, the United States, Portugal, Spain, Chile and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.
Among the main suppliers, Italy, with a CAGR of +72.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, 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 import price for wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 34% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Portugal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+2.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for wood pulp, excluding mechanical wood pulp in France. 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
- FCL 1663 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, bleached
- FCL 1661 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, bleached
- FCL 1667 - Dissolving wood pulp
- FCL 1662 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, unbleached
- FCL 1660 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, unbleached
Country coverage:
- France
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in France
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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, By Country, 2012–2024
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