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Chile - Unbleached Sulphate Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Price in Chile - 2023

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Price in Chile (FOB) - 2023

In August 2023, the average unbleached sulphate pulp export price amounted to $595 per ton, falling by -1.8% against the previous month. Overall, the export price saw a pronounced shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in April 2023 an increase of 3.2% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $872 per ton in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to August 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In August 2023, the countries with the highest prices were the Netherlands ($705 per ton) and Colombia ($703 per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($567 per ton) and South Korea ($573 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (-1.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Price in Chile (CIF) - 2022

The average unbleached sulphate pulp import price stood at $1,019 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 67% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a precipitous shrinkage. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $28,467 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($1,019 per ton), while the price for the United States amounted to $983 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+2.2%).

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Exports in Chile

In 2022, the amount of unbleached sulphate pulp exported from Chile stood at 484K tons, surging by 9.2% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp exports soared to $384M in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a resilient increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +10.0% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +65.0% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 39%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Export of Unbleached Sulphate Pulp in Chile (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	160	141	177	236	13.8%
Thailand	25.0	14.9	29.0	33.2	9.9%
Taiwan (Chinese)	23.7	20.7	29.1	30.4	8.7%
United States	34.9	23.1	36.5	29.0	-6.0%
South Korea	10.9	8.8	14.1	15.6	12.7%
Colombia	8.7	7.8	9.0	9.7	3.7%
Others	25.9	16.4	28.8	30.2	5.3%
Total	289	233	324	384	9.9%

Top Export Markets for Unbleached Sulphate Pulp from Chile in 2022:

China (301.9K tons)
Thailand (43.9K tons)
Taiwan (Chinese) (37.3K tons)
United States (33.4K tons)
South Korea (19.6K tons)
Colombia (11.2K tons)

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Imports in Chile

For the fourth consecutive year, Chile recorded growth in purchases abroad of unbleached sulphate pulp, which increased by 172% to 124 tons in 2022. Overall, imports recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 4,149%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp imports soared to $127K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 2,692% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Import of Unbleached Sulphate Pulp in Chile (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Argentina	N/A	N/A	N/A	126	0%
United States	0.6	16.6	N/A	0.4	-12.6%
Russia	N/A	N/A	26.7	N/A	0%
Others	N/A	N/A	1.2	N/A	0%
Total	0.6	16.6	27.9	127	496.0%

Top Suppliers of Unbleached Sulphate Pulp to Chile in 2022:

Argentina (123.7 tons)
United States (0.4 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphate pulp market in Chile. 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 1662 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, unbleached

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Chile

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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
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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