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South Africa: Hydraulic Lime Market 2024

Hydraulic Lime Market Size in South Africa

The South African hydraulic lime market shrank to $X in 2022, reducing by -5.7% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw a drastic downturn. Hydraulic lime consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Hydraulic Lime Production in South Africa

In value terms, hydraulic lime production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 15% against the previous year. Hydraulic lime production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Hydraulic Lime Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of hydraulic lime were finally on the rise to reach X tons after four years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 71% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, hydraulic lime exports reached $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 54%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons) was the main destination for hydraulic lime exports from South Africa, accounting for a 63% share of total exports. Moreover, hydraulic lime exports to Namibia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Mozambique (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Swaziland (X tons), with a 9.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Namibia totaled +31.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Mozambique (+8.3% per year) and Swaziland (-3.9% per year).

In value terms, Namibia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for hydraulic lime exports from South Africa, comprising 54% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mozambique ($X), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Zimbabwe, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Namibia stood at +28.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Mozambique (+5.7% per year) and Zimbabwe (-10.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average hydraulic lime export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 8.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 15%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zimbabwe ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Swaziland ($X 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 Lesotho (+5.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Hydraulic Lime Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, approx. X kg of hydraulic lime were imported into South Africa; declining by -99.9% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports faced a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 319%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, hydraulic lime imports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 492% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Tanzania (X kg) was the main hydraulic lime supplier to South Africa, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Tanzania was relatively modest.

In value terms, Tanzania ($X) constituted the largest supplier of hydraulic lime to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Tanzania was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average hydraulic lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 359% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a buoyant increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Tanzania.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to +20.7% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of hydraulic lime consumption, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, hydraulic lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.8% share.

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

China remains the largest hydraulic lime producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, hydraulic lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India, with a 9.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of hydraulic lime to South Africa?

In value terms, Tanzania $5) constituted the largest supplier of hydraulic lime to South Africa.

What are the leading importers of hydraulic lime from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia emerged as the key foreign market for hydraulic lime exports from South Africa, comprising 54% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mozambique, with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Zimbabwe, with a 12% share.

What is the average export price for hydraulic lime in South Africa?

In 2022, the average hydraulic lime export price amounted to $137 per ton, rising by 8.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hydraulic lime in South Africa?

The average hydraulic lime import price stood at $833 per ton in 2022, jumping by 359% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hydraulic lime market in South Africa. 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 23521050 - Hydraulic lime

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

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