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Chile: Slaked Lime Market 2024

Slaked Lime Market Size in Chile

In 2021, the Chilean slaked lime market increased by 35% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. In general, consumption continues to indicate significant growth. Slaked lime consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Slaked Lime Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2021, shipments abroad of slaked lime was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, recorded a noticeable decline. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, slaked lime exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable slump. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

New Zealand (X tons), Peru (X tons) and Panama (X tons) were the main destinations of slaked lime exports from Chile, together comprising 97% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by New Zealand (with a CAGR of +42.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for slaked lime exported from Chile were New Zealand ($X), Peru ($X) and Panama ($X), with a combined 96% share of total exports.

New Zealand, with a CAGR of +46.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slaked lime export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -6.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a modest increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Panama ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to New Zealand (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Slaked Lime Imports

Imports into Chile

In 2021, supplies from abroad of slaked lime increased by 32% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, imports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 1,074% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, slaked lime imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 1,730%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Argentina (X tons) constituted the largest slaked lime supplier to Chile, with a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, slaked lime imports from Argentina exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Belgium (X tons), eightfold. Mexico (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Argentina stood at +28.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (+64.2% per year) and Mexico (+28.2% per year).

In value terms, Argentina ($X) constituted the largest supplier of slaked lime to Chile, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 23% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 4.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Argentina amounted to +27.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (+61.4% per year) and Mexico (+43.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slaked lime import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 6.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 56% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for Argentina ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+11.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for slaked lime in the world?

The country with the largest volume of slaked lime consumption was China, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of slaked lime in the world?

China remains the largest slaked lime producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slaked lime to Chile?

In value terms, Argentina constituted the largest supplier of slaked lime to Chile, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium, with a 23% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 4.7% share.

What are the leading importers of slaked lime from Chile?

In value terms, the largest markets for slaked lime exported from Chile were New Zealand, Peru and Panama, together accounting for 96% of total exports.

What is the average export price for slaked lime in Chile?

In 2021, the average slaked lime export price amounted to $594 per ton, with a decrease of -6.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slaked lime in Chile?

The average slaked lime import price stood at $193 per ton in 2021, increasing by 6.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slaked lime market in Chile. 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 23521035 - Slaked lime

Country coverage:

Chile

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Chile
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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