Top Importers of Sulphites, Thiosulphates

The top global importers of sulphites and thiosulphates in 2023 were led by Mexico with substantial imports, followed by the United States and France. Other key importers include South Africa, Canada, and Brazil, each showing diverse import values. Australia's and Indonesia's imports were slightly lower than those of Canada, with Spain and India rounding out the top ten. Over the last two years, notable increases in import values were observed for Mexico and South Africa, indicating strong demand. However, some mature markets like the United States and France showed modest growth. Over a five-year horizon, import growth has been reasonably steady globally.

Future trends to watch include:

• Increased demand from emerging markets may drive import growth.
• Environmental regulations could impact supply chains and import strategies.
• Technological advancements in production could influence competitive dynamics.
• Currency fluctuations may affect import costs and demand.