
Qatar - Quicklime, Slaked Lime And Hydraulic Lime - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Qatar: Lime Market Overview 2021
Lime Market Size in Qatar
The Qatari lime market shrank slightly to $X in 2019, declining by -X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption saw a slight shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Lime consumption peaked at $X in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2019, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Lime Exports
Exports from Qatar
In 2019, overseas shipments of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime decreased by X% to X kg, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports saw a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports attained the peak figure at X tonnes in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.
In value terms, lime exports totaled $X in 2019. Overall, exports showed a sharp setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
The Netherlands (X tonnes) was the main destination for lime exports from Qatar, with a approx. X% share of total exports.
From 2007 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands amounted to +X%.
In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lime exports from Qatar.
From 2007 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Netherlands stood at +X%.
Export Prices by Country
In 2017, the average lime export price amounted to $X per tonne, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a perceptible slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2012 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, export price attained the peak level of $X per tonne. From 2013 to 2017, the growth in terms of the average export prices remained at a lower figure.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.
From 2007 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +X% per year.
Lime Imports
Imports into Qatar
In 2019, purchases abroad of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the third year in a row after five years of growth. In general, imports showed a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, lime imports shrank to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports showed a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.
Imports by Country
Turkey (X tonnes), Iran (X tonnes) and the UK (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of lime imports to Qatar.
From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Turkey (+X% per year), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lime to Qatar, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Iran ($X), with a X% share of total imports.
From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey totaled +X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iran (+X% per year) and the UK (+X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2019, the average lime import price amounted to $X per tonne, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a noticeable expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of X% y-o-y. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per tonne. From 2015 to 2019, the growth in terms of the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per tonne), while the price for Iran ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.
From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
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 accounting for 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 accounting for 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 Qatar?+
In value terms, Turkey ($859K) constituted the largest supplier of lime to Qatar, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Iran ($173K), with a 15% share of total imports.
What are the leading importers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime from Qatar?+
In value terms, the Netherlands ($4.5K) remains the key foreign market for lime exports from Qatar.
What is the average export price for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in Qatar?+
In 2017, the average lime export price amounted to $140 per tonne, surging by 3.7% against the previous year.
What is the average import price for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in Qatar?+
In 2019, the average lime import price amounted to $124 per tonne, surging by 4.1% against the previous year.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lime market in Qatar. 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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