In 2023, China held the largest share of global imports of semi-chemical wood pulp, accounting for 44.04% of the market, followed by Egypt at 12.27%, and South Korea at 9.5%. India and Sweden were notable importers as well, with shares of 8.84% and 5.44%, respectively. Countries such as the United States, Japan, and the United Kingdom observed significant declines in their market shares, by -37.97%, -7.55%, and -9.35%. Conversely, Finland, Canada, and Belarus saw substantial increases, with Finland at 12.86%, Canada at 15.79%, and Belarus at 9.67%.
Key trends to watch for in future global imports of semi-chemical wood pulp include:
- Continued dominance by China, driven by robust industrial demand.
- Potential increases in market shares for Finland and Canada, given their significant recent growth rates.
- Possible recovery or stabilization for countries with recent declines, particularly the US and UK.
- Impact of environmental regulations and sustainability trends on overall import volumes and market shares globally.
Top countries in Import of Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 44.04 | 2023 | +2.93% | +2.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Egypt | 12.27 | 2023 | +4.18% | +3.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 9.5 | 2023 | +2.59% | +1.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 India | 8.84 | 2023 | +5.28% | +3.64% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 5.44 | 2023 | +5.3% | +5.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 3.68 | 2023 | +5.48% | +2.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 2.41 | 2023 | +1.54% | +1.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 2.31 | 2023 | +1.4% | -0.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 1.7 | 2023 | +1.34% | +0.054% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1.58 | 2023 | +2.59% | +1.31% | View data |
