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Northern America: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Northern America

The North American sulphur market declined rapidly to $X in 2022, which is down by -17.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Sulphur Production in Northern America

In value terms, sulphur production fell remarkably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 4,132% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

Sulphur Exports

Exports in Northern America

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of sulphur, when their volume increased by 24% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced setback. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a tangible increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) was the key exporter of sulphur, generating 66% of total exports. It was distantly followed by the United States (X tons), constituting a 34% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of -1.0%).

In value terms, Canada ($X) and the United States ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Canada, with a CAGR of +3.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 60% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the export price increased by 87%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Canada stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+7.7%).

Sulphur Imports

Imports in Northern America

After two years of growth, overseas purchases of sulphur decreased by -26.1% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports showed a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 31%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed moderate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 139% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

The United States dominates imports structure, finishing at X tons, which was near 91% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), making up an 8.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to sulphur imports into the United States stood at -4.2%. At the same time, Canada (+9.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Canada emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Northern America, with a CAGR of +9.7% from 2012-2022. While the share of Canada (+6.4 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of the United States (-6.4 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported sulphur in Northern America, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with an 11% share of total imports.

In the United States, sulphur imports expanded at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 72% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the import price increased by 111% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the United States amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+6.7%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphur in Northern America?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphur consumption, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada, fourfold.

What are the largest producers of sulphur in Northern America?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States and Canada.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur in Northern America?

In value terms, Canada remains the largest sulphur supplier in Northern America, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 32% share of total exports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur in Northern America?

In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported sulphur in Northern America.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Northern America?

The export price in Northern America stood at $162 per ton in 2021, jumping by 87% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Northern America?

In 2021, the import price in Northern America amounted to $140 per ton, jumping by 102% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in Northern America. 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:

Country coverage:

Bermuda
Canada
Greenland
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Northern America, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Northern America
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bermuda
- Canada
- Greenland
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- United States
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023