In 2023, sulfur and sulfuric acid usage in US pulp mills and paper products stood at 121.00 thousand metric tons, showing forecasted decreases through 2028. Key future year-on-year percentage variations reflect a declining trend: -2.31% (2024), -2.31% (2025), -2.31% (2026), -2.31% (2027), and -2.33% (2028). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately -2.31%, indicating an ongoing contraction in demand.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increased environmental regulations may drive further reductions in sulfur usage.
- Technological advancements in pulp and paper manufacturing could influence materials needed.
- Substitutes and innovative process solutions might reshape consumption patterns.
