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United Arab Emirates: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market 2025

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

The semi-chemical wood pulp market in the United Arab Emirates skyrocketed to $X in 2022, increasing by 695% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption enjoyed a strong expansion. Semi-chemical wood pulp consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, shipments abroad of semi-chemical wood pulp increased by 31% to X tons for the first time since 2012, thus ending a nine-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt slump. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Iran (X tons) was the main destination for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from the United Arab Emirates, with a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by India (X kg), with a 2.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Iran stood at -13.0%.

In value terms, Iran ($X) remains the key foreign market for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 2.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Iran stood at -9.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average semi-chemical wood pulp export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -3.5% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 6.1%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Iran stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iran (+3.6%).

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, the amount of semi-chemical wood pulp imported into the United Arab Emirates skyrocketed to X tons, with an increase of 450% against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports posted a modest expansion. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a pronounced increase. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to the United Arab Emirates, with a 82% share of total imports. Moreover, semi-chemical wood pulp imports from Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Estonia (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States (X tons), with a 4.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Canada totaled +23.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Estonia (0.0% per year) and the United States (-8.5% per year).

In value terms, Canada ($X), Estonia ($X) and Italy ($X) appeared to be the largest semi-chemical wood pulp suppliers to the United Arab Emirates, together comprising 96% of total imports.

Canada, with a CAGR of +21.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average semi-chemical wood pulp import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, semi-chemical wood pulp import price increased by +97.8% against 2019 indices. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 Estonia ($X per ton), while the price for Sweden ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (-0.8%), 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 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. These countries were followed by Russia, India, Egypt, Indonesia, South Korea, Finland, Sweden and South Africa, which together accounted for 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 accounting for 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 the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Sweden, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 5% share.

What are the leading importers of semi-chemical wood pulp from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Iran remains the key foreign market for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 22% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for semi-chemical wood pulp in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average semi-chemical wood pulp export price amounted to $424 per ton, waning by -41.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for semi-chemical wood pulp in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average semi-chemical wood pulp import price amounted to $409 per ton, which is down by -5.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the semi-chemical wood pulp market in the United Arab Emirates. 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:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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