
Egypt - Quicklime, Slaked Lime And Hydraulic Lime - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Egypt: Lime Market Overview 2021
Lime Market Size in Egypt
For the third consecutive year, the Egyptian lime market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by X% to $X in 2019. In general, consumption, however, showed a slight decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2009 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2010 to 2019, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Lime Production in Egypt
In value terms, lime production declined to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, production recorded a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2009 when the production volume increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2010 to 2019, production growth failed to regain the momentum.
Lime Exports
Exports from Egypt
In 2019, shipments abroad of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime increased by X% to X tonnes for the first time since 2016, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports saw a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Exports peaked at X tonnes in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.
In value terms, lime exports soared to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2019, the growth exports failed to regain the momentum.
Exports by Country
Sudan (X tonnes) was the main destination for lime exports from Egypt, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.
From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Sudan stood at +X%.
In value terms, Sudan ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lime exports from Egypt.
From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to Sudan totaled +X%.
Export Prices by Country
In 2019, the average lime export price amounted to $X per tonne, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per tonne in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, export prices failed to regain the momentum.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Sudan.
From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Sudan amounted to -X% per year.
Lime Imports
Imports into Egypt
For the fifth year in a row, Egypt recorded growth in overseas purchases of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime, which increased by X% to X tonnes in 2019. Over the period under review, imports posted resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2019 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.
In value terms, lime imports skyrocketed to $X in 2019. Overall, imports recorded a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
Imports by Country
In 2019, Italy (X tonnes) was the main supplier of lime to Egypt, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, lime imports from Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tonnes), more than tenfold.
From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Italy amounted to +X%.
In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lime to Egypt, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain ($X), with a X% share of total imports.
From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy totaled +X%.
Import Prices by Country
The average lime import price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, shrinking by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a perceptible slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per tonne), while the price for Italy totaled $X per tonne.
From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain.
Source: IndexBox AI Platform
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
What are the largest markets for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in the world?+
The countries with the highest volumes of lime consumption in 2019 were China (47M tonnes), Japan (25M tonnes) and the U.S. (15M tonnes), together comprising 46% of global consumption.
What are the largest producers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in the world?+
The countries with the highest volumes of lime production in 2019 were China (47M tonnes), Japan (25M tonnes) and the U.S. (15M tonnes), together comprising 46% of global production. Indonesia, Brazil, Germany, Pakistan, Turkey, Mexico, Italy, Viet Nam, Russia and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.
What are the leading suppliers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime to Egypt?+
In value terms, Italy ($2.5M) constituted the largest supplier of lime to Egypt, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain ($302K), with a 11% share of total imports.
What are the leading importers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime from Egypt?+
In value terms, Sudan ($410K) remains the key foreign market for lime exports from Egypt.
What is the average export price for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in Egypt?+
In 2019, the average lime export price amounted to $131 per tonne, approximately equating the previous year.
What is the average import price for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in Egypt?+
In 2019, the average lime import price amounted to $115 per tonne, reducing by -4.5% against the previous year.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lime market in Egypt. 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 2025.
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
The Largest Destinations for Exports
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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