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Ireland: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Ireland

In 2022, the Irish sulphur market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, consumption recorded a resilient increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Sulphur Production in Ireland

In value terms, sulphur production amounted to less than $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 1,044%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, approx. X tons of sulphur were exported from Ireland; flattening at 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 819% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur exports stood at $X in 2021. Overall, exports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 801%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Ireland, with a 93% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphur exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2015 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 108%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands stood at $X per ton.

From 2015 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+19.7%).

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of sulphur increased by 60% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports saw a temperate increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 93% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a slight shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 82% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Ireland, accounting for a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, sulphur imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Saudi Arabia (X tons), sixfold. Spain (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK totaled +28.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (-8.3% per year) and Spain (-7.5% per year).

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Ireland, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK totaled +17.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (+0.5% per year) and Spain (-7.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -26.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 31%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+9.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphur in the world?

China remains the largest sulphur consuming country worldwide, accounting for 35% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. Morocco ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.2% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur in the world?

China remains the largest sulphur producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 18% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Ireland, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kazakhstan, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Israel, with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from Ireland?

In value terms, the Netherlands remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Ireland?

In 2019, the average sulphur export price amounted to $295 per ton, surging by 36% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Ireland?

The average sulphur import price stood at $1,227 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -2.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Ireland. 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.

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Market volume and value
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Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
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Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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