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Sri Lanka: Slaked Lime Market 2024

Slaked Lime Market Size in Sri Lanka

In 2021, the Sri Lankan slaked lime market increased by 68% to $X, rising for the sixth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption posted a resilient increase. Slaked lime consumption peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Slaked Lime Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2021, the amount of slaked lime exported from Sri Lanka shrank remarkably to X kg, waning by -34.8% on 2020. In general, exports, however, showed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 5,509%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, slaked lime exports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 5,567%. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Maldives (X kg) was the main destination for slaked lime exports from Sri Lanka, with a 85% share of total exports. Moreover, slaked lime exports to Maldives exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Fiji (X kg), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Maldives amounted to +20.5%.

In value terms, the largest markets for slaked lime exported from Sri Lanka were Maldives ($X) and Fiji ($X).

Maldives, with a CAGR of +14.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average slaked lime export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 4.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated measured growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, slaked lime export price increased by +75.8% against 2014 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 45%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Fiji ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Maldives stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Maldives (-4.8%).

Slaked Lime Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

Slaked lime imports into Sri Lanka surged to X tons in 2021, growing by 55% compared with 2020. Over the period under review, imports recorded a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 116%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, slaked lime imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 142% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Malaysia (X tons), China (X tons) and Pakistan (X tons) were the main suppliers of slaked lime imports to Sri Lanka, together comprising 51% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +39.2%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X), China ($X) and Pakistan ($X) appeared to be the largest slaked lime suppliers to Sri Lanka, together accounting for 50% of total imports.

Pakistan, with a CAGR of +45.6%, recorded 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

The average slaked lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 10% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.7%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 23% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Pakistan (+8.3%), 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 slaked lime in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of slaked lime consumption, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by the United States, with a 7.1% share.

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

The country with the largest volume of slaked lime production was China, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slaked lime to Sri Lanka?

In value terms, Malaysia, China and Pakistan constituted the largest slaked lime suppliers to Sri Lanka, together accounting for 50% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of slaked lime from Sri Lanka?

In value terms, the largest markets for slaked lime exported from Sri Lanka were Maldives $30) and Fiji $22).

What is the average export price for slaked lime in Sri Lanka?

In 2021, the average slaked lime export price amounted to $433 per ton, picking up by 4.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slaked lime in Sri Lanka?

In 2021, the average slaked lime import price amounted to $162 per ton, picking up by 10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slaked lime 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 23521035 - Slaked lime

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
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