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Bulgaria - Chalk And Dolomite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Chalk and Dolomite Price in Bulgaria - 2023

Chalk and Dolomite Price in Bulgaria (CIF) - 2022

The average chalk and dolomite import price stood at $54 per ton in 2022, shrinking by -9.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 49%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $151 per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($161 per ton), while the price for Turkey ($45 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (+4.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Chalk and Dolomite Price in Bulgaria (FOB) - 2022

The average chalk and dolomite export price stood at $12 per ton in 2022, falling by -37.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 2,384%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $386 per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Romania.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Romania amounted to -1.5% per year.

Chalk and Dolomite Imports in Bulgaria

In 2022, chalk and dolomite imports into Bulgaria soared to 13K tons, increasing by 48% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports showed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 557% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, chalk and dolomite imports surged to $694K in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 194% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Import of Chalk and Dolomite in Bulgaria (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Turkey	1.7	1.3	380	544	584.0%
Greece	125	136	101	86.6	-11.5%
Germany	21.8	26.6	21.3	36.9	19.2%
Others	23.3	10.9	12.9	26.4	4.3%
Total	171	175	515	694	59.5%

Top Suppliers of Chalk and Dolomite to Bulgaria in 2022:

Turkey (12.1K tons)
Greece (0.5K tons)
Germany (0.2K tons)

Chalk and Dolomite Exports in Bulgaria

In 2022, approx. 19K tons of chalk and dolomite were exported from Bulgaria; picking up by 14% on the previous year. In general, exports, however, saw a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 26% against the previous year.

In value terms, chalk and dolomite exports contracted dramatically to $239K in 2022. Overall, exports, however, faced a abrupt contraction. The smallest decline of -3.5% was in 2020.

Export of Chalk and Dolomite in Bulgaria (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Romania	375	365	336	239	-13.9%
Others	4.0	0.6	N/A	0.1	-70.8%
Total	379	366	336	239	-14.2%

Top Export Markets for Chalk and Dolomite from Bulgaria in 2022:

Romania (19.1K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dolomite market in Bulgaria. 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.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08113010 - Chalk
Prodcom 08113030 - Dolomite, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs (excluding calcined or sintered dolomite, agglomerated dolomite and broken or crushed dolomite for concrete aggregates, road metalling or railway or other ballast)

Country coverage:

Bulgaria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bulgaria
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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