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Norway - Unbleached Sulphite Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Norway: Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2025

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in Norway

In 2022, the Norwegian unbleached sulphite pulp market increased by 2.9% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a pronounced downturn. Unbleached sulphite pulp consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Production in Norway

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp production reduced notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, faced a sharp decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 52%. Unbleached sulphite pulp production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports from Norway

In 2022, overseas shipments of unbleached sulphite pulp decreased by -5.9% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 553% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp exports contracted sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 275% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Sweden (X tons) was the main destination for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from Norway, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Sweden amounted to +12.8%.

In value terms, Sweden ($X) also remains the key foreign market for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from Norway.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Sweden amounted to -9.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average unbleached sulphite pulp export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -12.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 9.4%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Sweden.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Sweden amounted to -19.6% per year.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports into Norway

In 2022, unbleached sulphite pulp imports into Norway shrank dramatically to X tons, with a decrease of -93% compared with the previous year. In general, imports saw a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 134%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then dropped notably in the following year.

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp imports contracted dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 180% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphite pulp to Norway, accounting for a 86% share of total imports. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Denmark (X kg), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States stood at -8.3%.

In value terms, the largest unbleached sulphite pulp suppliers to Norway were the United States ($X) and Denmark ($X).

Denmark, with a CAGR of +29.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average unbleached sulphite pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 124% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 Denmark ($X per ton), while the price for the United States totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Denmark (+25.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of unbleached sulphite pulp consumption, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Democratic People's Republic of Korea ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.6% share.

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

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of unbleached sulphite pulp production, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphite pulp production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Democratic People's Republic of Korea, with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unbleached sulphite pulp to Norway?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphite pulp to Norway.

What are the leading importers of unbleached sulphite pulp from Norway?

In value terms, Sweden remains the key foreign market for unbleached sulphite pulp exports from Norway.

What is the average export price for unbleached sulphite pulp in Norway?

In 2020, the average unbleached sulphite pulp export price amounted to $2,106 per kg, surging by 1.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for unbleached sulphite pulp in Norway?

In 2020, the average unbleached sulphite pulp import price amounted to $4,222 per ton, growing by 100% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphite pulp market in Norway. 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 1660 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, unbleached

Country coverage:

Norway

Data coverage:

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