Key Market Indicators
Korean demand for pulp is expected to decline slightly in the coming years. According to estimates, demand will fall by 0.4% year on year, from 2.2 million metric tons in 2021 to 2.1 million metric tons in 2026. Italy is currently the largest importer of pulp, followed by the United States, Germany and Italy. Korean exports of pulp are expected to grow at a healthy rate of 3.9% year on year. In 2021, exports were 57,520 metric tons. By 2026, exports are expected to reach 73,700 metric tons. The Czech Republic is currently the largest exporter of pulp, followed by Canada, the United States and Chile.
