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U.S.: Recovered Fibre Pulp Market 2024

Recovered Fibre Pulp Market Size in the U.S.

In 2022, the U.S. recovered fibre pulp market decreased by -83.8% to $X, falling for the sixth year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a precipitous contraction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Recovered Fibre Pulp Production in the U.S.

In value terms, recovered fibre pulp production contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a noticeable contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 17%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Recovered Fibre Pulp Exports

Exports from the U.S.

For the fourth consecutive year, the United States recorded growth in overseas shipments of recovered fibre pulp, which increased by 19% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports showed a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 476%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, recovered fibre pulp exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 315% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for recovered fibre pulp exports from the United States, with a 82% share of total exports. Moreover, recovered fibre pulp exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X tons), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China stood at +24.8%.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for recovered fibre pulp exports from the United States, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 19% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China amounted to +19.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average recovered fibre pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 33%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (+0.3%).

Recovered Fibre Pulp Imports

Imports into the U.S.

After four years of growth, overseas purchases of recovered fibre pulp decreased by -36% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a perceptible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 395%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

In value terms, recovered fibre pulp imports shrank notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 223% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) constituted the largest recovered fibre pulp supplier to the United States, accounting for a 85% share of total imports. Moreover, recovered fibre pulp imports from Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Canada totaled +2.6%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of recovered fibre pulp to the United States, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Canada was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average recovered fibre pulp import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -8.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 66% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the price for China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (-2.6%).

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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, together accounting for 70% 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, with a combined 57% share 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 the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of recovered fibre pulp to the United States, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 5.6% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of recovered fibre pulp from the U.S.?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for recovered fibre pulp exports from the United States, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 16% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for recovered fibre pulp in the U.S.?

The average recovered fibre pulp export price stood at $529 per ton in 2021, jumping by 32% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for recovered fibre pulp in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average recovered fibre pulp import price amounted to $119 per ton, shrinking by -36.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the recovered fibre pulp market in the U.S.. 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:

United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
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 2012–2023
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