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Global Lime Market 2024

Lime Market Size

The global lime market was estimated at $X in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the global market failed to regain momentum.

Lime Production

In value terms, lime production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, global production growth failed to regain momentum.

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Lime Exports

Exports

Global lime exports shrank modestly to X tons in 2022, which is down by X% against 2021 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lime exports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), Belgium (X tons), France (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), Vietnam (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Thailand (X tons), Zambia (X tons), Argentina (X tons), Norway (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Spain (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports in 2022. Canada (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Zambia (with a CAGR of X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest lime supplying countries worldwide were France ($X), Belgium ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising X% of global exports. Vietnam, Malaysia, Zambia, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Thailand, the United States, Spain, Argentina and Norway lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Zambia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average lime export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while Argentina ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lime Imports

Imports

In 2022, approx. X tons of lime were imported worldwide; rising by X% against the previous year's figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, global imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, lime imports surged to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Netherlands (X tons), followed by India (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), France (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the key importers of lime, together creating X% of total imports. Chile (X tons), Finland (X tons), Australia (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons), Canada (X tons), Papua New Guinea (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Australia (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest lime importing markets worldwide were the Netherlands ($X), Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X) and Finland ($X), together comprising X% of global imports. France, Germany, Sweden, Chile, India, Australia, Taiwan (Chinese), Indonesia, Canada and Papua New Guinea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Australia, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton), while Papua New Guinea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest lime consuming country worldwide, accounting for 73% of total volume. Moreover, lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India, with a 3.7% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of lime production, accounting for 73% of total volume. Moreover, lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by India, with a 3.6% share.
In value terms, the largest lime supplying countries worldwide were France, Belgium and Germany, with a combined 29% share of global exports. Vietnam, Malaysia, Zambia, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Thailand, the United States, Spain, Argentina and Norway lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.
In value terms, the largest lime importing markets worldwide were the Netherlands, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Finland, together accounting for 21% of global imports. France, Germany, Sweden, Chile, India, Australia, Taiwan Chinese), Indonesia, Canada and Papua New Guinea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.
In 2022, the average lime export price amounted to $150 per ton, growing by 17% against the previous year.
In 2022, the average lime import price amounted to $155 per ton, increasing by 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global lime market. 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 23521033 - Quicklime
  • Prodcom 23521035 - Slaked lime
  • Prodcom 23521050 - Hydraulic lime
  • Prodcom 23523030 - Calcined and sintered dolomite, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Valley Minerals, United States Lime & Minerals, Carmeuse, Lhoist Group, Martin Marietta Materials Inc., Graymont Limited, Mississippi Lime Company Inc., Cheney Lime & Cement Co., RHI Magnesita, Pete Lien & Sons Limited, New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Hydrite Chemical Co., Greer Lime Company, Central Concrete Supermix Inc., Austin White Lime Co., Opta Minerals Inc., Surpass Chemical, Dunham Price Inc., B. E. Atlas Company, Anchor Stone Co., Liters Quarry Inc., IMASCO Minerals Inc., New Point Stone Co., Ohio Asphaltic Limestone Corp.

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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