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Pakistan - Bleached Sulphate Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Pakistan: Bleached Sulphate Pulp Market 2024

Bleached Sulphate Pulp Exports

Exports from Pakistan

For the third year in a row, Pakistan recorded growth in overseas shipments of bleached sulphate pulp, which increased by 5.2% to X tons in 2019. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a dramatic shrinkage. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bleached sulphate pulp exports expanded significantly to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a sharp descent. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Afghanistan (X tons) was the main destination for bleached sulphate pulp exports from Pakistan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Afghanistan amounted to +5.2%.

In value terms, Afghanistan ($X) also remains the key foreign market for bleached sulphate pulp exports from Pakistan.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Afghanistan amounted to +12.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average bleached sulphate pulp export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 6.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 69% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2019, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Afghanistan amounted to +6.9% per year.

Bleached Sulphate Pulp Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2021, approx. X tons of bleached sulphate pulp were imported into Pakistan; declining by -5.3% against 2020 figures. Overall, imports, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 51% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, bleached sulphate pulp imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 53% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) were the main suppliers of bleached sulphate pulp imports to Pakistan, together comprising 68% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Brazil (with a CAGR of +49.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest bleached sulphate pulp suppliers to Pakistan were the United States ($X), Chile ($X) and Brazil ($X), with a combined 69% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Brazil, with a CAGR of +54.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average bleached sulphate pulp import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 43% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for South Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+3.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bleached sulphate pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bleached sulphate pulp consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Japan, together comprising 55% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of bleached sulphate pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bleached sulphate pulp production in 2020 were the United States, Brazil and China, with a combined 46% share of global production. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Canada, Finland, Sweden, Japan, Chile, Uruguay, Portugal, India and Russia, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What are the leading suppliers of bleached sulphate pulp to Pakistan?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of bleached sulphate pulp to Pakistan, comprising 41% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile, with a 13% share.

What are the leading importers of bleached sulphate pulp from Pakistan?

In value terms, Afghanistan remains the key foreign market for bleached sulphate pulp exports from Pakistan.

What is the average export price for bleached sulphate pulp in Pakistan?

In 2019, the average bleached sulphate pulp export price amounted to $908 per ton, with an increase of 4.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bleached sulphate pulp in Pakistan?

The average bleached sulphate pulp import price stood at $566 per ton in 2020, dropping by -19.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bleached sulphate pulp market in Pakistan. 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 1663 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, bleached

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Pakistan
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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