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Puerto Rico: Dolomite Market 2024

Dolomite Market Size in Puerto Rico

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Puerto Rican dolomite market, when its value increased by 10% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a deep downturn. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Dolomite Production in Puerto Rico

In value terms, dolomite production expanded notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Dolomite Exports

Exports from Puerto Rico

In 2021, approx. less than X kg of chalk and dolomite were exported from Puerto Rico; approximately reflecting 2020. Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, dolomite exports amounted to less than $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the seven major exporters of chalk and dolomite, namely the United Arab Emirates, Canada, China, Thailand, Belgium, the Philippines and Slovakia, represented more than two-thirds of total export. The following exporters - Spain (X tons), Germany (X tons), France (X tons), Norway (X tons), South Korea (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) - together made up 16% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +12.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest dolomite supplying countries from Puerto Rico were the United Arab Emirates ($X), China ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined 31% share of total exports. France, Norway, Germany, Spain, Canada, Thailand, Slovakia, South Korea, the Philippines and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 41%.

South Korea, with a CAGR of +12.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the Philippines ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+2.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Dolomite Imports

Imports into Puerto Rico

In 2021, imports of chalk and dolomite into Puerto Rico stood at less than X kg, flattening at 2020 figures. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, dolomite imports stood at less than $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports by Country

In 2021, India (X tons), distantly followed by Japan (X tons), the United States (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) were the major importers of chalk and dolomite, together creating 65% of total imports. Germany (X tons), Ukraine (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons), Indonesia (X tons), China (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and Poland (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Indonesia (with a CAGR of +76.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest dolomite importing markets into Puerto Rico were China ($X), India ($X) and Japan ($X), together accounting for 48% of total imports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Taiwan (Chinese), the United States, Poland, Ukraine, Indonesia, Brazil and the Czech Republic, which together accounted for a further 27%.

Among the main importing countries, Indonesia, with a CAGR of +35.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Puerto Rico stood at less than $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+6.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chalk and dolomite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, with a combined 44% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Brazil, Poland, Mexico, India, Hungary and Democratic Republic of the Congo, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of chalk and dolomite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, together accounting for 45% of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Brazil, Poland, Mexico, Canada, the Philippines, Hungary and Democratic Republic of the Congo, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of chalk and dolomite to Puerto Rico?

In value terms, the largest dolomite importing markets into Puerto Rico were China, India and Japan, with a combined 48% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Taiwan Chinese), the United States, Poland, Ukraine, Indonesia, Brazil and the Czech Republic, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the leading importers of chalk and dolomite from Puerto Rico?

In value terms, the largest dolomite supplying countries from Puerto Rico were the United Arab Emirates, China and Belgium, with a combined 31% share of total exports. France, Norway, Germany, Spain, Canada, Thailand, Slovakia, South Korea, the Philippines and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 41%.

What is the average export price for chalk and dolomite in Puerto Rico?

The export price in Puerto Rico stood at less than $0.1 per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for chalk and dolomite in Puerto Rico?

The import price in Puerto Rico stood at less than $0.1 per ton in 2021, almost unchanged from the previous year.

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

Puerto Rico

Data coverage:

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