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GCC: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market 2025

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market Size in GCC

After two years of decline, the GCC semi-chemical wood pulp market increased by 21% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption recorded a significant increase. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Production in GCC

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a dramatic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 11% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports in GCC

In 2022, overseas shipments of semi-chemical wood pulp decreased by -93.7% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports showed a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 580%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then shrank rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 415% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the one major exporters of semi-chemical wood pulp, namely the United Arab Emirates, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the semi-chemical wood pulp exports, with a CAGR of -15.7% from 2012 to 2022. 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 semi-chemical wood pulp supplier in GCC.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United Arab Emirates stood at -13.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 41% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, 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 the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +2.1% per year.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports in GCC

In 2022, supplies from abroad of semi-chemical wood pulp was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. In general, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 1,617%. The volume of import peaked 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 surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 2,414%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Saudi Arabia dominates imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was near 95% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by the United Arab Emirates (X tons), constituting a 4.5% share of total imports.

Saudi Arabia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the semi-chemical wood pulp imports, with a CAGR of +6.8% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, the United Arab Emirates (+1.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. Saudi Arabia (+95 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the United Arab Emirates saw its share reduced by -43.8% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported semi-chemical wood pulp in GCC, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 6.4% share of total imports.

In Saudi Arabia, semi-chemical wood pulp imports declined by an average annual rate of -5.6% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -11.5% against the previous year. Import price indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, semi-chemical wood pulp import price increased by +13.9% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the import price increased by 46%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+3.1%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the semi-chemical 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:

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
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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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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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
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, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024