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The table titled "Recovered Sulfur Produced And Shipped In The United States, By Petroleum Administration For Defense (Pad) District" presents data on the production and distribution of recovered sulfur across various regions in the United States. This information is crucial for understanding the sulfur supply chain, which plays a significant role in various industrial processes, including the production of fertilizers, chemicals, and petroleum refining. By analyzing this data, stakeholders can assess market trends, make informed decisions regarding resource allocation, and evaluate the economic impact of sulfur production on both local and national levels.
The data provided in this table is sourced from the USGS Mineral Yearbook, which compiles comprehensive statistics on mineral production and usage. It is important to note the footnote notations accompanying the figures: "e" indicates estimated values, "p" denotes preliminary data that may be subject to revision, and "r" signifies revised figures that have been updated for accuracy. These notations help users interpret the reliability and status of the data presented, ensuring that they can make informed assessments based on the most current information available.
| TABLE 3 | |||||||||||
| RECOVERED SULFUR PRODUCED AND SHIPPED IN THE UNITED STATES, | |||||||||||
| BY PETROLEUM ADMINISTRATION FOR DEFENSE (PAD) DISTRICT1 | |||||||||||
| (Thousand metric tons) | |||||||||||
| 2022 | 2023 | ||||||||||
| District and source | Production | Shipments | Production | Shipments | |||||||
| PAD 1: | |||||||||||
| Petroleum and coke | 194 | 193 | 162 | 163 | |||||||
| Natural gas | 13 | 13 | 7 | 7 | |||||||
| Total | 207 | 207 | 169 | 170 | |||||||
| PAD 2: | |||||||||||
| Petroleum and coke | 1380 | 1380 | 1380 | 1370 | |||||||
| Natural gas | -- | -- | -- | -- | |||||||
| Total | 1380 | 1380 | 1380 | 1370 | |||||||
| PAD 3: | |||||||||||
| Petroleum and coke | 4550 | r | 4540 | r | 4710 | 4710 | |||||
| Natural gas | 92 | r | 88 | r | 71 | 71 | |||||
| Total | 4650 | r | 4630 | 4780 | 4780 | ||||||
| PAD 4 and PAD 5: | |||||||||||
| Petroleum and coke | 1370 | 1370 | 1350 | 1350 | |||||||
| Natural gas | 410 | r | 418 | r | 339 | 337 | |||||
| Total | 1780 | 1780 | 1690 | 1690 | |||||||
| Grand total | 8010 | r | 7990 | 8010 | 8020 | ||||||
| Of which: | |||||||||||
| Petroleum and coke | 7490 | r | 7480 | 7600 | 7600 | ||||||
| Natural gas | 516 | r | 519 | r | 417 | 416 | |||||
rRevised. -- Zero.
1Table includes data available through October 15, 2024. Data are rounded to no more than three significant digits; may not add to totals shown.
Source: United States Geological Survey Mineral Resources Program
See also: Sulfur statistics | Mineral commodity prices