The sulfur production in Brazil exhibited fluctuations over the past decade. In 2023, production stood at 510.55 thousand metric tons. Year-on-year variation for 2023 was up by 0.44%, reflecting a steady recovery from the significant dip of 16.39% in 2020. The last five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 0.42%, indicating a slight upward trend after a period of volatility.
From 2013 to 2023:
- Saw initial declines from 2013 through 2015, with intermittent stasis from 2016 to 2019.
- Experienced a sharp drop in 2020 linked potentially to market disruptions, followed by a rebound through 2021.
- 2021-2023 showed recovery and stabilization with modest increases year-on-year.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from global sulfur demand shifts, advancements in extraction technology, and environmental regulations which could influence the production trajectory. The forecast five-year CAGR of 0.36% through 2028 indicates continued but slow growth, with an overall growth rate of 1.8% expected by 2028.
