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

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Chalk and Dolomite Price in Mexico - 2023

Chalk and Dolomite Price in Mexico (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average chalk and dolomite import price amounted to $195 per ton, picking up by 188% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded measured growth. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $371 per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($661 per ton), while the price for Guatemala totaled $25 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+6.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Chalk and Dolomite Price in Mexico (FOB) - 2022

The average chalk and dolomite export price stood at $504 per ton in 2022, shrinking by -57.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 260%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $1,197 per ton, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($2,989 per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($268 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 Panama (+74.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chalk and Dolomite Imports in Mexico

After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of chalk and dolomite decreased by -81.8% to 1.2K tons in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a sharp downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 60% against the previous year.

In value terms, chalk and dolomite imports dropped markedly to $232K in 2022. In general, imports showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 44%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $443K, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Import of Chalk and Dolomite in Mexico (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	251	178	241	204	-6.7%
Guatemala	14.0	13.0	23.4	22.4	17.0%
Spain	0.4	0.8	9.2	N/A	379.6%
United Arab Emirates	2.4	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Canada	31.0	110	159	N/A	126.5%
Others	10.2	7.1	10.9	5.5	-18.6%
Total	309	309	443	232	-9.1%

Top Suppliers of Chalk and Dolomite to Mexico in 2022:

Guatemala (880.1 tons)
United States (308.4 tons)

Chalk and Dolomite Exports in Mexico

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of chalk and dolomite increased by 134% to 85 tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a dramatic setback.

In value terms, chalk and dolomite exports fell slightly to $43K in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 2.9%.

Export of Chalk and Dolomite in Mexico (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	N/A	2.4	9.0	18.6	178.4%
Netherlands	N/A	N/A	N/A	11.2	0%
Canada	0.1	0.4	0.4	1.5	146.6%
Germany	55.8	30.7	N/A	N/A	-45.0%
Panama	2.2	6.9	31.4	N/A	277.8%
Others	0.3	1.8	2.7	11.5	237.2%
Total	58.4	42.2	43.4	42.8	-9.8%

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

United States (69.3 tons)
Netherlands (3.8 tons)
Canada (2.2 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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

Mexico

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Mexico
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