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Italy - Sulphur (Sublimed or Precipitated) and Colloidal Sulphur - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Italy: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Italy

The Italian sulphur market fell sharply to $X in 2021, shrinking by -18.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a pronounced increase. Sulphur consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

Sulphur Production in Italy

In value terms, sulphur production shrank significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, enjoyed a measured increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 107%. Sulphur production peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted notably in the following year.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Italy

In 2021, overseas shipments of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, showed a dramatic setback. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a significant decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 181%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Croatia (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Italy, with a 82% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphur exports to Croatia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Poland (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Greece (X tons), with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Croatia stood at -8.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Poland (-3.7% per year) and Greece (+31.1% per year).

In value terms, Croatia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur exports from Italy, comprising 54% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Sweden ($X), with a 10% share of total exports. It was followed by Greece, with a 5.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Croatia stood at -7.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Sweden (+30.5% per year) and Greece (+32.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sulphur export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 614% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sweden (+40.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Italy

In 2021, approx. X tons of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur were imported into Italy; with a decrease of -31% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 241% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur imports shrank sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 170%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, India (X tons) constituted the largest sulphur supplier to Italy, with a 87% share of total imports. Moreover, sulphur imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from India stood at +2.3%.

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to Italy, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 7.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from India amounted to +1.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -4.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 267%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2020, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Germany totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (+48.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphur consumption, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sulphur production was China, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S., with a 6.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to Italy?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Italy, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Slovakia, with a 23% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur from Italy?

In value terms, the largest markets for sulphur exported from Italy were Sweden, Romania and Australia, with a combined 54% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in Italy?

In 2020, the average sulphur export price amounted to $2,508 per ton, with an increase of 58% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in Italy?

In 2020, the average sulphur import price amounted to $1,772 per ton, which is down by -10.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Italy. 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 20132120 - Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated, colloidal sulphur

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Italy

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Italy
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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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