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Australia: Quicklime Market 2024

Quicklime Market Size in Australia

The Australian quicklime market surged to $X in 2022, rising by 32% 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). In general, consumption recorded significant growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Quicklime Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2022, overseas shipments of quicklime increased by 48% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a significant curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 10,109% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quicklime exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a precipitous decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 16,776%. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Papua New Guinea (X tons) was the main destination for quicklime exports from Australia, accounting for a 92% share of total exports. Moreover, quicklime exports to Papua New Guinea exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, New Zealand (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Papua New Guinea amounted to -3.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: New Zealand (-56.5% per year) and South Africa (0.0% per year).

In value terms, South Africa ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for quicklime exports from Australia, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Papua New Guinea ($X), with a 32% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Africa was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Papua New Guinea (-3.7% per year) and New Zealand (-43.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average quicklime export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 204% against the previous year. In general, the export price enjoyed prominent growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Papua New Guinea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (+43.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Quicklime Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2022, imports of quicklime into Australia surged to X tons, jumping by 27% against 2021 figures. In general, imports saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 115%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, quicklime imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 167% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Thailand (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and New Zealand (X tons) were the main suppliers of quicklime imports to Australia, together accounting for 94% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Malaysia (with a CAGR of +120.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X), Thailand ($X) and New Zealand ($X) constituted the largest quicklime suppliers to Australia, together accounting for 94% of total imports.

Malaysia, with a CAGR of +132.6%, 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

The average quicklime import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 7.4% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a slight increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, quicklime import price increased by +35.1% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 24% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 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 New Zealand ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+22.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of quicklime consumption, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.8% share.
China remains the largest quicklime producing country worldwide, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.8% share.
In value terms, the largest quicklime suppliers to Australia were Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam, together comprising 91% of total imports.
In 2021, the average quicklime export price amounted to $681 per ton, with an increase of 372% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average quicklime import price amounted to $133 per ton, surging by 24% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quicklime market in Australia. 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

Country coverage:

  • Australia

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Australia
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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  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

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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. 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. 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. 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 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    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

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  11. 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
  12. 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

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