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Western Africa: Mechanical Wood Pulp Market 2025

Mechanical Wood Pulp Market Size in Western Africa

The West African mechanical wood pulp market rose slightly to $X in 2022, surging by 3.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a pronounced descent. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Mechanical Wood Pulp Production in Western Africa

In value terms, mechanical wood pulp production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a noticeable descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 26%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Mechanical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of mechanical wood pulp, when their volume increased by 640% to X kg. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 650%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, mechanical wood pulp exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Benin represented the largest exporter of mechanical wood pulp in Western Africa, with the volume of exports amounting to X kg, which was approx. 81% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Cote d'Ivoire (X kg), comprising a 19% share of total exports.

Benin experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of mechanical wood pulp. At the same time, Cote d'Ivoire (+21.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Cote d'Ivoire emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of +21.5% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Benin increased by +81 percentage points.

In value terms, Benin ($X) emerged as the largest mechanical wood pulp supplier in Western Africa, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with a 1.8% share of total exports.

In Benin, mechanical wood pulp exports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 677% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded strong growth. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Benin ($X per ton), while Cote d'Ivoire amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cote d'Ivoire (-14.1%).

Mechanical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2022, overseas purchases of mechanical wood pulp were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 840%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mechanical wood pulp imports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 786%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Ghana represented the largest importer of mechanical wood pulp in Western Africa, with the volume of imports amounting to X tons, which was near 85% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Nigeria (X tons), comprising a 15% share of total imports.

Ghana was also the fastest-growing in terms of the mechanical wood pulp imports, with a CAGR of +10.6% from 2012 to 2022. Nigeria (-20.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Ghana increased by +68 percentage points.

In value terms, Ghana ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported mechanical wood pulp in Western Africa, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Nigeria ($X), with a 26% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Ghana totaled +5.4%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -7.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 23% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while Ghana totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (+3.2%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of mechanical wood pulp consumption, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, mechanical wood pulp consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Ghana, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 5.9% share.
The country with the largest volume of mechanical wood pulp production was Nigeria, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, mechanical wood pulp production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Ghana, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 5.9% share.
In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire $20) remains the largest mechanical wood pulp supplier in Western Africa.
In value terms, Ghana constitutes the largest market for imported mechanical wood pulp in Western Africa, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Nigeria, with a 7.7% share of total imports.
The mechanical wood pulp export price in Western Africa stood at $1,818 per ton in 2021, falling by -9.1% against the previous year.
The mechanical wood pulp import price in Western Africa stood at $502 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 3.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mechanical wood 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 1654 - Mechanical wood pulp

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • 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

  12. 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

  13. 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

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