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Western Africa: Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2025

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in Western Africa

The West African bleached sulphite pulp market shrank to $X in 2022, which is down by -3.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed a perceptible contraction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Production in Western Africa

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2021, overseas shipments of bleached sulphite pulp decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 5,760%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp exports stood at $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 4,031%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -45.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 421%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Burkina Faso.

From 2013 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Burkina Faso amounted to +5.8% per year.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2022, approx. X tons of bleached sulphite pulp were imported in Western Africa; falling by -12.4% compared with 2021. In general, imports showed a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 283% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp imports reached $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a perceptible decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 306% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Cote d'Ivoire represented the major importer of bleached sulphite pulp in Western Africa, with the volume of imports amounting to X tons, which was approx. 48% of total imports in 2022. Senegal (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Nigeria (X tons) and Mali (X tons). All these countries together held near 41% share of total imports. Guinea (X tons), Burkina Faso (X tons) and Togo (X tons) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to bleached sulphite pulp imports into Cote d'Ivoire stood at +1.1%. At the same time, Mali (+57.5%), Guinea (+32.1%), Burkina Faso (+25.8%) and Togo (+2.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mali emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of +57.5% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Senegal (-1.5%) and Nigeria (-17.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Cote d'Ivoire (+22 p.p.), Mali (+6.2 p.p.), Senegal (+5.9 p.p.), Guinea (+4.2 p.p.) and Burkina Faso (+4 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Nigeria saw its share reduced by -43.8% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest bleached sulphite pulp importing markets in Western Africa were Cote d'Ivoire ($X), Senegal ($X) and Guinea ($X), together accounting for 66% of total imports. Nigeria, Mali, Burkina Faso and Togo lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

Mali, with a CAGR of +49.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 14% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.2%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the import price increased by 17%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Guinea ($X per ton), while Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Guinea (+3.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bleached sulphite pulp in Western Africa?

The country with the largest volume of bleached sulphite pulp consumption was Cote d'Ivoire, comprising approx. 50% of total volume. Moreover, bleached sulphite pulp consumption in Cote d'Ivoire exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Senegal, fourfold. Nigeria ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 13% share.

What are the leading importers of bleached sulphite pulp in Western Africa?

In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire constitutes the largest market for imported bleached sulphite pulp in Western Africa, comprising 39% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Senegal, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Cabo Verde, with a 6.6% share.

What is the average export price for bleached sulphite pulp in Western Africa?

The bleached sulphite pulp export price in Western Africa stood at $2,234 per ton in 2017, waning by -29.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bleached sulphite pulp in Western Africa?

The bleached sulphite pulp import price in Western Africa stood at $1,080 per ton in 2020, growing by 5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bleached sulphite pulp market in Western Africa. 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 1661 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, bleached

Country coverage:

Benin
Burkina Faso
Cabo Verde
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Liberia
Mali
Mauritania
Niger
Nigeria
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Togo
Cote d'Ivoire

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024