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Romania - Chemical Wood Pulp (Sulphite, Other Than Dissolving Grades) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Romania: Sulphite Wood Pulp Market 2025

Sulphite Wood Pulp Market Size in Romania

The Romanian sulphite wood pulp market soared to $X in 2021, jumping by 20% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Sulphite Wood Pulp Production in Romania

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a mild reduction. Sulphite wood pulp production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Sulphite Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from Romania

Sulphite wood pulp exports from Romania declined significantly to X kg in 2021, with a decrease of -74.5% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 12,255%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp exports shrank rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 19,009% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Moldova (X kg) was the main destination for sulphite wood pulp exports from Romania, accounting for a 71% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphite wood pulp exports to Moldova exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Bulgaria (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Moldova stood at -7.6%.

In value terms, the largest markets for sulphite wood pulp exported from Romania were Moldova ($X) and Bulgaria ($X).

Among the main countries of destination, Moldova, with a CAGR of -12.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphite wood pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 2.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average export price increased by 55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Bulgaria ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Moldova amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (+97.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sulphite Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into Romania

In 2021, approx. X tons of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) were imported into Romania; increasing by 153% on the year before. Overall, imports showed a strong increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sulphite wood pulp imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest sulphite wood pulp supplier to Romania, accounting for a 74% share of total imports. Moreover, sulphite wood pulp imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Austria (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany stood at +17.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Austria (+111.5% per year) and Poland (-2.1% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X), Austria ($X) and Poland ($X) were the largest sulphite wood pulp suppliers to Romania, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

Austria, with a CAGR of +105.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sulphite wood pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -20.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a noticeable setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 15%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (-2.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of sulphite wood pulp consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Pakistan, together accounting for 31% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) in the world?

China remains the largest sulphite wood pulp producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 18% of total volume. Moreover, sulphite wood pulp production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) to Romania?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of sulphite wood pulp to Romania, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 1.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) from Romania?

In value terms, Poland emerged as the key foreign market for sulphite wood pulp exports from Romania, comprising 86% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy $185), with a 13% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) in Romania?

The average sulphite wood pulp export price stood at $641 per ton in 2020, falling by -49.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chemical wood pulp (sulphite, other than dissolving grades) in Romania?

The average sulphite wood pulp import price stood at $1,785 per ton in 2020, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphite wood pulp market in Romania. 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 17111300 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, other than dissolving grades

Country coverage:

Romania

Data coverage:

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