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China: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in China

The Chinese sulphur market shrank notably to $X in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a perceptible shrinkage. Sulphur consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sulphur Production in China

In value terms, sulphur production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a mild contraction. Sulphur production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from China

In 2022, sulphur exports from China skyrocketed to X tons, growing by X% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a notable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sulphur exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a moderate expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from China, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphur exports to Tanzania exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Myanmar (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the Philippines (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Tanzania amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Myanmar (X% per year) and the Philippines (X% per year).

In value terms, Tanzania ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for sulphur exports from China, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Myanmar ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by the Philippines, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Tanzania stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Myanmar (X% per year) and the Philippines (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Philippines ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Philippines (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into China

In 2022, sulphur imports into China shrank notably to X tons, declining by X% compared with 2021. Overall, imports showed a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, sulphur imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

South Korea (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Japan (X tons) were the main suppliers of sulphur imports to China, with a combined X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest sulphur suppliers to China were the United Arab Emirates ($X), South Korea ($X) and Iran ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average sulphur import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a perceptible increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while the price for Kazakhstan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphur in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphur consumption, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Morocco, with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur in the world?

Japan remains the largest sulphur producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 33% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur to China?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, South Korea and Iran appeared to be the largest sulphur suppliers to China, with a combined 36% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from China?

In value terms, Tanzania emerged as the key foreign market for sulphur exports from China, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Myanmar, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by the Philippines, with a 6.6% share.

What is the average export price for sulphur in China?

The average sulphur export price stood at $420 per ton in 2022, growing by 5.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in China?

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $302 per ton, picking up by 295% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur market in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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1. INTRODUCTION

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023