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United Kingdom - Bleached Sulphate Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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United Kingdom: Bleached Sulphate Pulp Market 2024

Bleached Sulphate Pulp Market Size in the UK

In 2021, the UK bleached sulphate pulp market decreased by -14.5% to $X, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption saw a noticeable contraction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Bleached Sulphate Pulp Exports

Exports from the UK

Bleached sulphate pulp exports from the UK dropped remarkably to X tons in 2021, waning by -84.5% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 528%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bleached sulphate pulp exports dropped markedly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 548%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for bleached sulphate pulp exports from the UK, accounting for a 35% share of total exports. Moreover, bleached sulphate pulp exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Belgium (X tons), with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany amounted to -1.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (-21.9% per year) and Belgium (+26.7% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for bleached sulphate pulp exported from the UK were Germany ($X), France ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined 70% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Belgium, with a CAGR of +26.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average bleached sulphate pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 7.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 28% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($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 France (+5.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Bleached Sulphate Pulp Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2021, the amount of bleached sulphate pulp imported into the UK shrank sharply to X tons, with a decrease of -33% compared with 2020 figures. Overall, imports showed a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 17%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bleached sulphate pulp imports contracted to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 26% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Sweden (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and Finland (X tons) were the main suppliers of bleached sulphate pulp imports to the UK, with a combined 65% share of total imports. The Netherlands, Italy, the United States, Chile, Spain, Portugal, Uruguay and Austria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of +12.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Sweden ($X), Brazil ($X) and Finland ($X) appeared to be the largest bleached sulphate pulp suppliers to the UK, with a combined 66% share of total imports. The United States, Italy, the Netherlands, Chile, Spain, Portugal, Uruguay and Austria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

Italy, with a CAGR of +13.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average bleached sulphate pulp import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Portugal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+3.5%), 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 bleached sulphate pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bleached sulphate pulp consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Japan, together comprising 55% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of bleached sulphate pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bleached sulphate pulp production in 2020 were the United States, Brazil and China, with a combined 46% share of global production. Indonesia, Canada, Finland, Sweden, Japan, Chile, Uruguay, Portugal, India and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 45%.

What are the leading suppliers of bleached sulphate pulp to the UK?

In value terms, Sweden, Brazil and Finland appeared to be the largest bleached sulphate pulp suppliers to the UK, together accounting for 75% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of bleached sulphate pulp from the UK?

In value terms, Spain remains the key foreign market for bleached sulphate pulp exports from the UK, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 16% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for bleached sulphate pulp in the UK?

The average bleached sulphate pulp export price stood at $557 per ton in 2020, dropping by -5.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bleached sulphate pulp in the UK?

The average bleached sulphate pulp import price stood at $538 per ton in 2020, falling by -19.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bleached sulphate pulp market in the UK. 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 1663 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, bleached

Country coverage:

United Kingdom

Data coverage:

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