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

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SADC: Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2025

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in SADC

The SADC unbleached sulphite pulp market fell to $X in 2022, flattening at the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a abrupt contraction. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Production in SADC

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 22%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports in SADC

In 2022, after four years of growth, there was decline in overseas shipments of unbleached sulphite pulp, when their volume decreased by -4.9% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a perceptible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 296%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp exports expanded significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 245% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the one major exporters of unbleached sulphite pulp, namely South Africa, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the unbleached sulphite pulp exports, with a CAGR of +13.7% from 2012 to 2022. South Africa (+55 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) also remains the largest unbleached sulphite pulp supplier in SADC.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa totaled +24.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 18% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 252%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, 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 South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to +9.4% per year.

Unbleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports in SADC

After four years of growth, purchases abroad of unbleached sulphite pulp decreased by -25.7% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a dramatic slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 318%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, unbleached sulphite pulp imports fell significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 70%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of unbleached sulphite pulp imports in 2022 were Mozambique (X tons), together amounting to 97% of total import.

Mozambique was also the fastest-growing in terms of the unbleached sulphite pulp imports, with a CAGR of +97.3% from 2012 to 2022. While the share of Mozambique (+97 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Mozambique ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported unbleached sulphite pulp in SADC.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Mozambique totaled +77.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, surging by 5.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a noticeable decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the import price increased by 128%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Mozambique.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Mozambique amounted to -10.1% per year.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphite pulp market in SADC. 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:

Angola
Botswana
Comoros
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Lesotho
Madagascar
Malawi
Mauritius
Mozambique
Namibia
Seychelles
South Africa
Swaziland
Tanzania
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in SADC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

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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
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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
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, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024