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Sri Lanka: Chalk Market 2022

Chalk Market Size in Sri Lanka

In 2021, the Sri Lankan chalk market decreased by -72.6% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. In general, consumption showed a deep setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Chalk Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

After six years of growth, shipments abroad of chalks decreased by -74.3% to X kg in 2021. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 450%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X kg in 2020, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, chalk exports shrank sharply to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, posted a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 379% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Haiti (X kg) was the main destination for chalk exports from Sri Lanka, with a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, chalk exports to Haiti exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Seychelles (X kg), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Haiti was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Seychelles (+10.7% per year) and Maldives (+12.2% per year).

In value terms, Haiti ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for chalk exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Maldives ($X), with a 10% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Haiti was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Maldives (-4.9% per year) and Seychelles (-12.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chalk export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -20.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 80%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Maldives ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Seychelles ($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 Ethiopia (+2.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Chalk Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

In 2021, overseas purchases of chalks decreased by -79.4% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, imports faced a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 245%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chalk imports fell markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 339% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Turkey (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Malaysia (X tons) were the main suppliers of chalk imports to Sri Lanka, with a combined 70% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Turkey (with a CAGR of +66.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Turkey ($X), Malaysia ($X) and France ($X) appeared to be the largest chalk suppliers to Sri Lanka, with a combined 66% share of total imports.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +54.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chalk import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 45% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, chalk import price increased by +104.3% against 2019 indices. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+7.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chalk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, together accounting for 46% of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Brazil, Japan, Hungary, Mexico, the UK and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of chalk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, with a combined 46% share of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Brazil, Japan, Hungary, Mexico, the UK and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the leading suppliers of chalk to Sri Lanka?

In value terms, Turkey, Malaysia and France constituted the largest chalk suppliers to Sri Lanka, together accounting for 66% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chalk from Sri Lanka?

In value terms, Haiti $119) emerged as the key foreign market for chalk exports from Sri Lanka, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Maldives $14), with a 10% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for chalk in Sri Lanka?

In 2021, the average chalk export price amounted to $1,443 per ton, with a decrease of -20.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chalk in Sri Lanka?

In 2021, the average chalk import price amounted to $303 per ton, rising by 45% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chalk market in Sri Lanka. 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

Country coverage:

Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

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