Recovered Sulfur Produced And Shipped In The United States, By State

This table presents detailed data on the production and shipment of recovered sulfur across various U.S. states, highlighting both the quantities produced and shipped, as well as their estimated values in thousand metric tons and thousand dollars. This information is crucial for understanding the economic and industrial significance of sulfur recovery, which is a key component in numerous sectors including chemical manufacturing, agriculture (fertilizers), and petroleum refining. Tracking these figures helps stakeholders monitor supply chain dynamics, regional production capacities, and market trends that influence pricing and industrial output.

Analyzing the data from 2022 to 2023 reveals several notable trends. Total recovered sulfur production remained steady at 8.01 million metric tons, with shipments slightly increasing from 7.99 to 8.02 million metric tons. However, the estimated value of shipments dropped sharply from $1.42 billion in 2022 to $472 million in 2023, indicating a significant decline in sulfur prices or changes in market demand. Texas continues to dominate production and shipments, contributing over 3 million metric tons annually, though its shipment value fell from $670 million to $217 million. Louisiana and California also maintained high production levels, with Louisiana increasing production from 1.14 to 1.23 million metric tons, while California’s production slightly decreased. Several states, including Alabama, Ohio, Washington, and Wyoming, experienced declines in both production and shipment values, with Ohio’s production halving from 98 to 49 thousand metric tons. The "Other" category, encompassing 18 states, saw a modest increase in production but a substantial drop in shipment value. These shifts underscore regional variations and the broader market challenges faced by the sulfur recovery industry in the United States.