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Ghana: Wood Pulp Market 2024

Wood Pulp Market Size in Ghana

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in the Ghanian wood pulp market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. In general, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Wood Pulp Production in Ghana

In value terms, wood pulp production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by X%. Wood pulp production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from Ghana

In 2022, exports of wood pulp from Ghana soared to X kg, jumping by X% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports, however, saw a significant contraction. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, wood pulp exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a precipitous contraction. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa (X kg) was the main destination for wood pulp exports from Ghana, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Africa amounted to X%.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) also remains the key foreign market for wood pulp exports from Ghana.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Africa stood at X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average wood pulp export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Burkina Faso amounted to X% per year.

Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into Ghana

In 2022, after seven years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of wood pulp, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, wood pulp imports plummeted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest wood pulp supplier to Ghana, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, wood pulp imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Finland (X tons), more than tenfold. China (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Finland (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of wood pulp to Ghana, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Finland ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a X% share.

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

Import Prices by Country

The average wood pulp import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($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 (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for wood pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Canada, with a combined 50% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of wood pulp in the world?

The country with the largest volume of wood pulp production was the United States, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, wood pulp production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Canada, with an 8.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of wood pulp to Ghana?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of wood pulp to Ghana, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Finland, with an 8.1% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 2.8% share.

What is the average export price for wood pulp in Ghana?

In 2015, the average wood pulp export price amounted to $571 per ton, reducing by -5.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wood pulp in Ghana?

In 2021, the average wood pulp import price amounted to $584 per ton, increasing by 3.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood pulp market in Ghana. 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 1654 - Mechanical wood pulp
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:

Ghana

Data coverage:

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