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Global Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2025

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size

In 2022, the global bleached sulphite pulp market increased by 7.4% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, showed a pronounced slump. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Production

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a pronounced slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by 12%. Over the period under review, global production reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports

For the third year in a row, the global market recorded growth in shipments abroad of bleached sulphite pulp, which increased by 32% to X tons in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +86.7% against 2017 indices. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The global exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) was the largest exporter of bleached sulphite pulp, mixing up 73% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Germany (X tons), mixing up a 12% share of total exports. The following exporters - Norway (X tons), New Zealand (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Austria (X tons) - together made up 11% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to bleached sulphite pulp exports from Canada stood at +12.2%. At the same time, Norway (+33.5%), New Zealand (+10.7%) and Germany (+2.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Norway emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +33.5% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Austria (-6.3%) and the United States (-8.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Canada (+43 p.p.) and Norway (+3.6 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2022, the share of Austria (-2.4 p.p.) and the United States (-5.7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest bleached sulphite pulp supplying countries worldwide were Canada ($X), Germany ($X) and Norway ($X), together accounting for 86% of global exports.

Norway, with a CAGR of +31.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average bleached sulphite pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -9.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a noticeable decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 3.9% against the previous year. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (+1.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports

In 2022, purchases abroad of bleached sulphite pulp increased by 24% to X tons, rising for the fifth consecutive year after five years of decline. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 30%. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 22%. Global imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United States dominates imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 66% of total imports in 2022. Germany (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a 6.2% share, followed by Indonesia (5.4%). Italy (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Austria (X tons) held a relatively small share of total imports.

Imports into the United States increased at an average annual rate of +12.5% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Turkey (+13.1%) and Indonesia (+8.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Turkey emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +13.1% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Germany (-5.8%), Italy (-7.2%) and Austria (-7.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of the United States, Indonesia and Turkey increased by +45, +2.9 and +1.7 percentage points, respectively.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported bleached sulphite pulp worldwide, comprising 36% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 14% share of global imports. It was followed by Indonesia, with a 7.2% share.

In the United States, bleached sulphite pulp imports expanded at an average annual rate of +5.8% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (-5.2% per year) and Indonesia (+9.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bleached sulphite pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -4.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 8.2% against the previous year. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the United States ($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 (+5.8%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of bleached sulphite pulp consumption in 2020 were Germany, the United States and Austria, together accounting for 57% of global consumption. Norway, France, the Czech Republic, Brazil, Turkey, Malaysia and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.
Germany remains the largest bleached sulphite pulp producing country worldwide, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, bleached sulphite pulp production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Austria, with a 12% share.
In value terms, Germany, Canada and Norway appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, with a combined 79% share of global exports.
In value terms, the United States, Germany and Indonesia constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, with a combined 54% share of global imports.
In 2020, the average bleached sulphite pulp export price amounted to $676 per ton, which is down by -9.3% against the previous year.
The average bleached sulphite pulp import price stood at $694 per ton in 2020, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global bleached sulphite pulp market. 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:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL 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. GLOBAL 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
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  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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