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United Kingdom: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market 2024

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market Size in the UK

The UK semi-chemical wood pulp market soared to $X in 2022, increasing by 17% 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). Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a deep setback. Semi-chemical wood pulp consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from the UK

For the fourth year in a row, the UK recorded decline in shipments abroad of semi-chemical wood pulp, which decreased by -97.6% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports saw a dramatic setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 347% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp exports contracted rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, exports faced a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 432%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Ireland (X tons) was the main destination for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from the UK, with a 96% share of total exports. Moreover, semi-chemical wood pulp exports to Ireland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Ireland stood at -44.3%.

In value terms, France ($X) and Ireland ($X) were the largest markets for semi-chemical wood pulp exported from the UK worldwide.

Among the main countries of destination, France, with a CAGR of -39.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average semi-chemical wood pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 413% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a buoyant expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ireland stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France (+617.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into the UK

Semi-chemical wood pulp imports into the UK skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, growing by 26% against the year before. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 221% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp imports rose markedly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 76% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Sweden (X tons) was the main semi-chemical wood pulp supplier to the UK, accounting for a 96% share of total imports. It was followed by Switzerland (X tons), with a 2.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Sweden totaled -13.3%.

In value terms, Sweden ($X) constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to the UK, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Switzerland ($X), with a 3.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Sweden amounted to -19.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average semi-chemical wood pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the price for Sweden amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Switzerland (+57.0%).

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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, with a combined 62% share 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, with a combined 65% share of global production. Russia, Finland, New Zealand, Indonesia, Norway, Sweden, Estonia and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

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

In value terms, Sweden constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to the UK.

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

The average semi-chemical wood pulp export price stood at $419 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -36.5% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average semi-chemical wood pulp import price amounted to $531 per ton, rising by 5.7% against the previous year.

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

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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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 2012–2023
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