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Saudi Arabia - Sulphur (Sublimed or Precipitated) and Colloidal Sulphur - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Saudi Arabia: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi sulphur market declined to $X in 2021, dropping by -3.5% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a notable expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sulphur Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, sulphur production contracted modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a moderate expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 92%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

Sulphur exports from Saudi Arabia surged to X tons in 2021, with an increase of 83% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 130% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 78% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Egypt (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main destinations of sulphur exports from Saudi Arabia, with a combined 68% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Egypt (with a CAGR of +87.1%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Egypt ($X) remains the key foreign market for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 45% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Indonesia ($X), with a 21% share of total exports. It was followed by Tanzania, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Egypt totaled +81.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Indonesia (-12.2% per year) and Tanzania (-2.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -25% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Tanzania ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Tanzania (-0.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, the amount of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur imported into Saudi Arabia amounted to X tons, approximately reflecting the previous year's figure. In general, imports recorded a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 272%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur imports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 719% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Switzerland (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. less than 0.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Switzerland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Switzerland was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average sulphur import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the import price saw a moderate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 120%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (-2.1%), 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 sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sulphur consumption was China, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphur production, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S., with a 6.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the U.S. constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Saudi Arabia, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 19% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the largest markets for sulphur exported from Saudi Arabia were China, Morocco and Indonesia, together accounting for 100% of total exports.

What is the average export price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average sulphur export price amounted to $518 per ton, waning by -70.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in Saudi Arabia?

The average sulphur import price stood at $2,637 per ton in 2019, with an increase of 128% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur 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:

Prodcom 20132120 - Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated, colloidal sulphur

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Saudi Arabia

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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

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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023