Price-Watch’s most active coverage of Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) Pulp price assessment:
- Brightness≥ 89% FOB Savannah, USA
- Brightness≥ 89% CIF Ho Chi Minh (USA), Vietnam
- Brightness≥ 89% CIF Jebel Ali (USA), UAE
- Brightness≥ 89% CIF Jakarta (USA) , Indonesia
- Brightness≥ 89% CIF Nhava Sheva (USA), India
- Brightness≥ 89% CIF Shanghai (USA), China
- Brightness≥ 89% FOB Santos, Brazil
Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) Pulp Price Trend Q3 2025
In Q3 2025, the Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) price displayed a generally softening trend across major markets. In the United States, FOB values at Savannah eased amid moderate buying activity and steady mill supply. In Southeast Asia, CIF shipments into Ho Chi Minh and Jakarta reflected cautious purchasing behaviour, competitive import offerings, and stable regional operating rates. In the Middle East, CIF Jebel Ali values softened, driven by steady demand from paper and board manufacturers.
Similarly, in India, CIF Nhava Sheva exhibited a gentle downward adjustment, influenced by stable domestic consumption and localized market factors. In China, CIF Shanghai values experienced pressure from competitive imports and cautious buyer sentiment. In Brazil, FOB Santos remained relatively stable, supported by balanced supply and demand conditions. Overall, the SBSK market maintained a mildly bearish to steady tone during the quarter, shaped by region-specific demand moderation, competitive supply flows, and measured buying activity across downstream applications.
United States
Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp, Brightness ≥ 89% USA.
In Q3 2025, the Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) price in the U.S. has softened amid moderate demand from the tissue and specialty paper sectors. FOB Savannah prices have ranged between USD 740–820 per metric ton, marking a quarterly decline of –6.34%. Supply levels have remained adequate despite minor logistical challenges, with market participants noting cautious buying amid inventory adjustments.
Downstream customers have adopted a conservative procurement stance, balancing modest demand growth against steady cellulose supply from Southern U.S. mills. Overall, the pricing environment has been moderately bearish with limited upside momentum. The Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft price trend in the U.S. has reflected these cautious and declining dynamics. In September 2025, SBSK prices in the U.S. have stayed within the USD 740–820 per metric ton range, maintaining a slightly soft trading environment.
Vietnam
Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp price in Vietnam, Brightness ≥ 89%.
In Q3 2025, the Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) price in Vietnam has eased amid moderate demand from the tissue and specialty paper sectors. CIF Ho Chi Minh prices have ranged between USD 770–850 per metric ton, marking a quarterly decline of –8.90%. Supply levels have remained sufficient despite minor logistical challenges, with market participants noting cautious buying amid inventory adjustments. Downstream customers have adopted a conservative procurement stance, weighing slow economic growth against steady pulp supply from U.S. sources. Overall, the pricing environment has been moderately bearish with limited upside momentum.
The Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft price trend in Vietnam has reflected these cautious and declining dynamics. In September 2025, SBSK prices in Vietnam have stayed within the USD 770–850 per metric ton range, maintaining a slightly soft trading environment. Overall, SBSK prices into Ho Chi Minh will remain firmly downward throughout Q3 2025, shaped by oversupply and limited spot demand.
Brazil
Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp price in Brazil, Brightness ≥ 89%.
In Q3 2025, the Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) price in Brazil has softened amid moderate demand from the tissue and specialty paper sectors. FOB Santos prices have ranged between USD 680–750 per metric ton, marking a quarterly decline of –2.58%. Supply levels have remained sufficient despite minor logistical challenges, with market participants noting cautious buying amid inventory adjustments.
Downstream customers have adopted a conservative procurement stance, weighing slow economic growth against steady pulp supply from local and international sources. Overall, the pricing environment has been moderately bearish with limited upside momentum. The Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft price trend in Brazil has reflected these cautious and declining dynamics. In September 2025, SBSK prices in Brazil have stayed within the USD 680–750 per metric ton range, maintaining a slightly soft trading environment.
China
Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp price in China, Brightness ≥ 89%.
In Q3 2025, the Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) price in China has softened amid moderate demand from the tissue and specialty paper sectors. CIF Shanghai prices have ranged between USD 780–860 per metric ton, marking a quarterly decline of –7.85%. Supply levels have remained sufficient despite minor logistical challenges, with market participants noting cautious buying amid inventory adjustments. Downstream customers have adopted a conservative procurement stance, weighing slow economic growth against steady pulp supply from U.S. sources.
Overall, the pricing environment has been moderately bearish with limited upside momentum. The Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft price trend in China has reflected these cautious and declining dynamics. In September 2025, SBSK prices in China have stayed within the USD 780–860 per metric ton range, maintaining a slightly soft trading environment.
UAE
Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp price in UAE, Brightness ≥ 89%.
In Q3 2025, the Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) price in the UAE has softened amid moderate demand from the tissue and specialty paper sectors. CIF Jebel Ali prices have ranged between USD 850–920 per metric ton, marking a quarterly decline of –6.46%. Supply levels have remained sufficient despite minor logistical challenges, with market participants noting cautious buying amid inventory adjustments.
Downstream customers have adopted a conservative procurement stance, weighing slow economic growth against steady pulp supply from U.S. sources. Overall, the pricing environment has been moderately bearish with limited upside momentum. The Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft price trend in the UAE has reflected these cautious and declining dynamics. In September 2025, SBSK prices in the UAE have stayed within the USD 850–920 per metric ton range, maintaining a slightly soft trading environment.
Indonesia
Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp price in Indonesia, Brightness ≥ 89%.
In Q3 2025, the Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) price in Indonesia has softened amid moderate demand from the tissue and specialty paper sectors. CIF Jakarta prices have ranged between USD 850–930 per metric ton, marking a quarterly decline of –5.73%. Supply levels have remained sufficient despite minor logistical challenges, with market participants noting cautious buying amid inventory adjustments.
Downstream customers have adopted a conservative procurement stance, weighing slow economic growth against steady pulp supply from U.S. sources. Overall, the pricing environment has been moderately bearish with limited upside momentum. The Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft price trend in Indonesia has reflected these cautious and declining dynamics. In September 2025, SBSK prices in Indonesia have stayed within the USD 850–930 per metric ton range, maintaining a slightly soft trading environment.
India
Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp price in India, Brightness ≥ 89%.
In Q3 2025, the Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft (SBSK) price in India has softened amid moderate demand from the tissue and specialty paper sectors. CIF Nhava Sheva prices have ranged between INR 800–870 per metric ton, marking a quarterly decline of –3.58%. Supply levels have remained sufficient despite minor logistical challenges, with market participants noting cautious buying amid inventory adjustments.
Downstream customers have adopted a conservative procurement stance, weighing slow economic growth against steady pulp supply from U.S. sources. Overall, the pricing environment has been moderately bearish with limited upside momentum. The Southern Bleached Softwood Kraft price trend in India has reflected these cautious and declining dynamics. In September 2025, SBSK prices in India have stayed within the INR 800–870 per metric ton range, maintaining a slightly soft trading environment.
