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GCC - Chemical Wood Pulp (Sulphite, Other Than Dissolving Grades) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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GCC: Sulphite Wood Pulp Market 2024

Sulphite Wood Pulp Market Size in GCC

The GCC sulphite wood pulp market fell to $X in 2021, dropping by -2.9% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw a slight slump. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Sulphite Wood Pulp Production in GCC

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp production shrank modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 30%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphite Wood Pulp Exports

Exports in GCC

In 2021, shipments abroad of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) increased by 44% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 939%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp exports expanded significantly to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 105% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) represented roughly 100% of total exports in 2021.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) exports, with a CAGR of -12.6% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the largest sulphite wood pulp supplier in GCC.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United Arab Emirates stood at -14.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -24.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the export price increased by 490%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -2.4% per year.

Sulphite Wood Pulp Imports

Imports in GCC

In 2021, the amount of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) imported in GCC rose markedly to X tons, picking up by 14% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 194%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 113% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates was the major importing country with an import of about X tons, which resulted at 62% of total imports. Qatar (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a 19% share, followed by Oman (13%) and Kuwait (4.6%).

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to sulphite wood pulp imports into the United Arab Emirates stood at -17.6%. At the same time, Oman (+21.6%), Kuwait (+17.9%) and Qatar (+16.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Oman emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in GCC, with a CAGR of +21.6% from 2012-2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Qatar, Oman and Kuwait increased by +19, +13 and +4.4 percentage points, respectively.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), Oman ($X) and Qatar ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 94% of total imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, Oman, with a CAGR of +27.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

The import price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 2.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the import price increased by 88%. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (+4.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphite wood pulp market in GCC. 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:

Prodcom 17111300 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, other than dissolving grades

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in GCC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
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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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023