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Saudi Arabia: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market 2025

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market Size in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, the Saudi semi-chemical wood pulp market increased by 15% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a deep slump. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production faced a sharp setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 9.5%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of semi-chemical wood pulp decreased by 0% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a noticeable increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp exports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a pronounced reduction. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Egypt (X tons) was the main destination for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2016 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Egypt was relatively modest.

From 2016 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Egypt was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average semi-chemical wood pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 a decrease of 99.9%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2016 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Sudan amounted to -3.9% per year.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2022, overseas purchases of semi-chemical wood pulp were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 116%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp imports expanded sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 40% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) was the main semi-chemical wood pulp supplier to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Canada was relatively modest.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to Saudi Arabia.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Canada was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average semi-chemical wood pulp import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -13.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 28%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2018 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to -12.5% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for semi-chemical wood pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of semi-chemical wood pulp consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and Canada, together comprising 62% of global consumption. Russia, India, Egypt, Indonesia, South Korea, Finland, Sweden and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

What are the largest producers of semi-chemical wood pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of semi-chemical wood pulp production in 2021 were the United States, Canada and China, together comprising 65% of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Finland, New Zealand, Indonesia, Norway, Sweden, Estonia and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of semi-chemical wood pulp to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to Saudi Arabia, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by Canada, with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading importers of semi-chemical wood pulp from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Egypt remains the key foreign market for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from Saudi Arabia.

What is the average export price for semi-chemical wood pulp in Saudi Arabia?

The average semi-chemical wood pulp export price stood at $363 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -41.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for semi-chemical wood pulp in Saudi Arabia?

The average semi-chemical wood pulp import price stood at $520 per ton in 2021, growing by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the semi-chemical wood 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 1655 - Semi-chemical wood 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
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