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India - Bleached Sulphite Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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India: Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2025

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in India

The Indian bleached sulphite pulp market rose modestly to $X in 2022, surging by 3% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, posted a modest increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Production in India

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp production soared to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 1,169% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports from India

Bleached sulphite pulp exports from India declined markedly to X tons in 2022, with a decrease of -97.7% on the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 567,067%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then declined markedly in the following year.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp exports plummeted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 24,718% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Nigeria (X tons) was the main destination for bleached sulphite pulp exports from India, with a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, bleached sulphite pulp exports to Nigeria exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X kg), tenfold.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Nigeria amounted to +39.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (+16.3% per year) and Nepal (-79.6% per year).

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for bleached sulphite pulp exports from India, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($X), with a 14% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Nigeria stood at +13.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (+43.2% per year) and Nepal (-76.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bleached sulphite pulp export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 479% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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 UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+23.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports into India

In 2022, bleached sulphite pulp imports into India fell rapidly to X tons, shrinking by -39.3% on 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 4,448% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp imports reduced dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a perceptible expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 2,995% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X tons) was the main bleached sulphite pulp supplier to India, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany totaled +22.9%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bleached sulphite pulp to India.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany totaled +25.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bleached sulphite pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 7.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 65%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Germany.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to +1.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bleached sulphite pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bleached sulphite pulp consumption in 2020 were Germany, the United States and Austria, with a combined 57% share of global consumption. Norway, France, the Czech Republic, Brazil, Turkey, Malaysia and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

What are the largest producers of bleached sulphite pulp in the world?

The country with the largest volume of bleached sulphite pulp production was Germany, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, bleached sulphite pulp production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, twofold. Austria ranked third in terms of total production with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of bleached sulphite pulp to India?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of bleached sulphite pulp to India, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Norway, with an 8.3% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for bleached sulphite pulp in India?

In 2020, the average bleached sulphite pulp export price amounted to $7,050 per ton, surging by 438% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bleached sulphite pulp in India?

The average bleached sulphite pulp import price stood at $2,318 per ton in 2020, surging by 65% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bleached sulphite pulp market in India. 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 1661 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, bleached

Country coverage:

India

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in India
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
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024