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

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Morocco: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Morocco

The Moroccan sulphur market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, growing by 16% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a mild reduction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Sulphur Production in Morocco

In value terms, sulphur production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 34% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Morocco

In 2021, approx. X tons of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur were exported from Morocco; waning by -65.5% compared with 2020 figures. Overall, exports saw a slight reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 387% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank notably in the following year.

In value terms, sulphur exports contracted markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 249%. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Senegal (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Morocco, accounting for a 69% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphur exports to Senegal exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Mauritania (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Senegal stood at +35.0%.

In value terms, the largest markets for sulphur exported from Morocco were Senegal ($X) and Mauritania ($X).

Mauritania, with a CAGR of +45.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sulphur export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 21% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 50% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mauritania ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Senegal totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mauritania (+0.5%).

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Morocco

In 2021, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur, when their volume decreased by -74.3% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 2,616%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur imports shrank notably to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 1,960% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Canada (X kg) and Saudi Arabia (X kg) were the main suppliers of sulphur imports to Morocco.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of -3.2%).

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to Morocco, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 15% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Canada totaled -20.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -6.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 68%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the price for Saudi Arabia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+22.0%).

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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 remains the largest sulphur consuming country worldwide, 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?

China remains the largest sulphur producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.2% share.

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

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Morocco.

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

In value terms, Senegal emerged as the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Morocco, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mauritania, with a 16% share of total exports.

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

In 2020, the average sulphur export price amounted to $541 per ton, shrinking by -39.4% against the previous year.

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

The average sulphur import price stood at $72,632 per ton in 2020, increasing by 2,534% against the previous year.

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

Country coverage:

Morocco

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Morocco
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
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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 2012–2023
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