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Algeria: Lime Market 2024

Lime Market Size in Algeria

The Algerian lime market soared to $X in 2021, jumping by 195% 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, however, saw a abrupt decrease. Lime consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lime Exports

Exports from Algeria

After four years of decline, overseas shipments of lime decreased by 0% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a dramatic shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 32%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lime exports stood at $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a sharp decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 6.7%. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Niger (X tons) was the main destination for lime exports from Algeria, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Niger was relatively modest.

From 2014 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Niger was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lime export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 104% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Niger.

From 2014 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tunisia amounted to +6.6% per year.

Lime Imports

Imports into Algeria

In 2021, imports of lime into Algeria surged to X tons, with an increase of 265% against 2020. Overall, imports, however, recorded a pronounced descent. 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, lime imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt setback. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, France (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of lime to Algeria, with a 63% share of total imports. Moreover, lime imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Tunisia (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from France totaled -6.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Tunisia (+5.4% per year) and Spain (-12.5% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lime to Algeria, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tunisia ($X), with an 8.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France stood at -10.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Tunisia (-9.0% per year) and Spain (-17.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lime import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -33.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 91% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Tunisia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (-4.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lime in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of lime consumption, 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. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.7% share.

What are the largest producers of lime in the world?

The country with the largest volume of lime production was China, 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. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lime to Algeria?

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of lime to Algeria, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Tunisia, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with an 8.6% share.

What is the average export price for lime in Algeria?

The average lime export price stood at $223 per ton in 2018, increasing by 6.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lime in Algeria?

The average lime import price stood at $108 per ton in 2020, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lime market in Algeria. 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:

Algeria

Data coverage:

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