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Saudi Arabia: Recovered Fibre Pulp Market 2025

Recovered Fibre Pulp Market Size in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was decline in the Saudi recovered fibre pulp market, when its value decreased by 0% to less than $X. Over the period under review, consumption saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with a decrease of -46.3%. Recovered fibre pulp consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Recovered Fibre Pulp Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, recovered fibre pulp production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 108,691,200% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Recovered Fibre Pulp Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2019, overseas shipments of recovered fibre pulp decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports recorded a precipitous curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 382% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, recovered fibre pulp exports totaled $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports saw a dramatic descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 361%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Yemen (X tons) was the main destination for recovered fibre pulp exports from Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Yemen was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Yemen was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average recovered fibre pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price decreased by -4.3%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +2.8% per year.

Recovered Fibre Pulp Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2018, overseas purchases of recovered fibre pulp decreased by -48.2% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, imports showed a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 97%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2018, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, recovered fibre pulp imports fell significantly to $X in 2018. In general, imports showed a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 81%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2018, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Indonesia (X tons), Finland (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of recovered fibre pulp imports to Saudi Arabia, together comprising 87% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Finland (with a CAGR of +4.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X), Finland ($X) and the United States ($X) constituted the largest recovered fibre pulp suppliers to Saudi Arabia, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Finland, with a CAGR of +8.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the average recovered fibre pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 15% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2018: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% over the last six years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, recovered fibre pulp import price increased by +77.4% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 55%. The import price peaked in 2018 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2018, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Finland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+7.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for recovered fibre pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of recovered fibre pulp consumption in 2021 were Taiwan Chinese), Lao People's Democratic Republic and Germany, with a combined 70% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of recovered fibre pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of recovered fibre pulp production in 2021 were the United States, Taiwan Chinese) and Lao People's Democratic Republic, together accounting for 57% of global production. These countries were followed by Malaysia, Germany, Thailand and Switzerland, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What are the leading suppliers of recovered fibre pulp to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Indonesia, Finland and the United States appeared to be the largest recovered fibre pulp suppliers to Saudi Arabia, together comprising 95% of total imports.

What is the average export price for recovered fibre pulp in Saudi Arabia?

The average recovered fibre pulp export price stood at $186 per ton in 2021, increasing by 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for recovered fibre pulp in Saudi Arabia?

The average recovered fibre pulp import price stood at $853 per ton in 2018, increasing by 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the recovered fibre pulp market in Saudi Arabia. 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 1609 - Recovered fibre pulp

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

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