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Algeria: Lime Market 2025

Lime Market Size in Algeria

The Algerian lime market dropped slightly to $X in 2021, shrinking by -3.8% 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 showed a abrupt shrinkage. Lime consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Lime Exports

Exports from Algeria

In 2017, overseas shipments of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime decreased by -82.9% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, exports faced a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 117%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2017, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lime exports declined sharply to $X in 2017. Over the period under review, exports saw a precipitous setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 95%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2017, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Tunisia (X tons) was the main destination for lime exports from Algeria, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of volume to Tunisia totaled -34.8%.

In value terms, Tunisia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime exports from Algeria.

From 2014 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value to Tunisia amounted to -30.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average lime export price stood at $X per ton in 2017, surging by 77% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated buoyant growth from 2014 to 2017: its price increased at an average annual rate of +7.5% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2014 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tunisia amounted to +7.3% per year.

Lime Imports

Imports into Algeria

In 2021, overseas purchases of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime decreased by -7.8% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, imports continue to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 52%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lime imports contracted slightly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports faced a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 20%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure 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, accounting for a 44% 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 stood at -11.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Tunisia (-0.9% per year) and Spain (+0.6% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime to Algeria, comprising 36% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tunisia ($X), with a 9.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from France stood at -19.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Tunisia (-8.9% per year) and Spain (-12.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 6.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 16% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tunisia (-8.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of lime consumption was China, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 6.5% share.
The country with the largest volume of lime production was China, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.5% share.
In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of lime to Algeria, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Tunisia, with a 22% share of total imports.
In value terms, Tunisia remains the key foreign market for lime exports from Algeria.
The average lime export price stood at $210 per ton in 2017, increasing by 17% against the previous year.
The average lime import price stood at $75 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -8.6% against 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

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

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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. 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. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    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. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    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, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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