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Pakistan - Chemical Wood Pulp (Dissolving Grades) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Pakistan: Market for Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp 2025

Market Size for Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp in Pakistan

The Pakistani dissolving grade wood pulp market amounted to $X in 2022, rising by 6.6% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption saw prominent growth. Dissolving grade wood pulp consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp

Exports from Pakistan

In 2017, overseas shipments of dissolving grade wood pulp decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports posted a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2017 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, dissolving grade wood pulp exports amounted to $X in 2017. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2017 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Indonesia (X tons) was the main destination for dissolving grade wood pulp exports from Pakistan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of volume to Indonesia was relatively modest.

From 2013 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value to Indonesia was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2017, the average dissolving grade wood pulp export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a sharp slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price decreased by 99.9%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2017, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2013 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Indonesia amounted to 0.0% per year.

Imports of Dissolving Grade Wood Pulp

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, dissolving grade wood pulp imports into Pakistan surged to X tons, growing by 18% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 332%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, dissolving grade wood pulp imports fell to $X in 2022. In general, imports posted a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 217% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Sweden (X tons) constituted the largest dissolving grade wood pulp supplier to Pakistan, accounting for a 66% share of total imports. Moreover, dissolving grade wood pulp imports from Sweden exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Germany (X tons), with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Sweden stood at +13.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+32.1% per year) and Germany (+7.3% per year).

In value terms, Sweden ($X), China ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest dissolving grade wood pulp suppliers to Pakistan, together comprising 92% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of +38.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 dissolving grade wood pulp import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -16% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a perceptible downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 38%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 China ($X per ton), while the price for Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dissolving grade wood pulp in the world?

The country with the largest volume of dissolving grade wood pulp consumption was China, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, dissolving grade wood pulp consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.7% share.

What are the largest producers of dissolving grade wood pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dissolving grade wood pulp production in 2021 were China, the United States and South Africa, together accounting for 43% of global production. These countries were followed by Canada, Brazil, Malaysia, Sweden, Austria, Finland, Indonesia, the Czech Republic, India and Lao People's Democratic Republic, which together accounted for a further 43%.

What are the leading suppliers of dissolving grade wood pulp to Pakistan?

In value terms, Sweden, China and the United States constituted the largest dissolving grade wood pulp suppliers to Pakistan, together comprising 82% of total imports.

What is the average export price for dissolving grade wood pulp in Pakistan?

The average dissolving grade wood pulp export price stood at $859 per ton in 2017, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for dissolving grade wood pulp in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average dissolving grade wood pulp import price amounted to $541 per ton, increasing by 3.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for dissolving grade wood pulp 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 1667 - Dissolving wood pulp

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
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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