Central Asia: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market 2020

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market Size in Central Asia

The revenue of the semi-chemical wood pulp market in Central Asia amounted to $X in 2017, increasing by X% against the previous year. The total market indicated a noticeable increase from 2007 to 2017: its value decreased at an average annual rate of -X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2017 figures, the semi-chemical wood pulp consumption increased by +X% against 2011 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2012, when it surged by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the semi-chemical wood pulp market reached its peak figure level in 2017, and is expected to retain its growth in the immediate term.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Production in Central Asia

In 2017, approx. X tons of semi-chemical wood pulp, pulp of fibers other than wood were produced in Central Asia; rising by X% against the previous year. The total output volume increased an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2017; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016, with an increase of X% y-o-y. The volume of semi-chemical wood pulp production peaked in 2017, and is expected to retain its growth in the near future.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports in Central Asia

In 2017, the amount of semi-chemical wood pulp, pulp of fibers other than wood exported in Central Asia stood at X tons, growing by X% against the previous year. The semi-chemical wood pulp exports continue to indicate a skyrocketing increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011, when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of exports peaked in 2017, and are expected to retain its growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp exports stood at $X in 2017. The semi-chemical wood pulp exports continue to indicate a skyrocketing increase. The level of exports peaked in 2017, and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports by Country in Central Asia

The countries with the highest levels of semi-chemical wood pulp exports in 2017 were Kazakhstan (X tons), together reaching X% of total export.

Kazakhstan was also the fastest growing in terms of the semi-chemical wood pulp, pulp of fibers other than wood exports, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007 to 2017. Kazakhstan (-X%) significantly weakened its position in terms of the global exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) also remains the largest semi-chemical wood pulp supplier in Central Asia.

From 2007 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Kazakhstan totaled +X%.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Export Prices by Country in Central Asia

In 2017, the semi-chemical wood pulp export price in Central Asia amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. The export price indicated a significant growth from 2007 to 2017: its price increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2017 figures, the semi-chemical wood pulp export price increased by +X% against 2011 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012, when it surged by X% year-to-year. The level of export price peaked in 2017, and is expected to retain its growth in the near future.

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

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of export prices was attained by Kazakhstan (+X% per year).

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports in Central Asia

The imports amounted to X tons in 2017, dropping by -X% against the previous year. The semi-chemical wood pulp imports continue to indicate a remarkable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008, with an increase of X% year-to-year. The volume of imports peaked of X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp imports stood at $X in 2017. The semi-chemical wood pulp imports continue to indicate a remarkable growth. The level of imports peaked of $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports by Country in Central Asia

In 2017, Kazakhstan (X tons) represented the major importer for semi-chemical wood pulp, pulp of fibers other than wood, making up X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Kyrgyzstan (X tons), making up X% share of total imports.

Imports into Kazakhstan increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2017. At the same time, Kyrgyzstan (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Kyrgyzstan emerged as the fastest growing importer in Central Asia, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2017. While the share of Kyrgyzstan (-X%) and Kazakhstan (-X%) decreased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported semi-chemical wood pulp, pulp of fibers other than wood in Central Asia, making up X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kyrgyzstan ($X), with a X% share of global imports.

From 2007 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value in Kazakhstan stood at +X%.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Import Prices by Country in Central Asia

The semi-chemical wood pulp import price in Central Asia stood at $X per ton in 2017, picking up by X% against the previous year. The semi-chemical wood pulp import price continues to indicate a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011, an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import prices for semi-chemical wood pulp, pulp of fibers other than wood attained its maximum level of $X per ton in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

There were significant differences in the average import prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2017, the country with the highest import price was Kyrgyzstan ($X per ton), while Kazakhstan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of import prices was attained by Kyrgyzstan (+X% per year).

Source: IndexBox Platform