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Australia: Slaked Lime Market 2024

Slaked Lime Market Size in Australia

The Australian slaked lime market rose sharply to $X in 2021, surging by 8.1% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a remarkable increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Slaked Lime Production in Australia

In value terms, slaked lime production rose sharply to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 125%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Slaked Lime Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2021, overseas shipments of slaked lime increased by 773% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, slaked lime exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Ireland (X tons) was the main destination for slaked lime exports from Australia, with a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Ireland totaled +68.6%.

In value terms, Ireland ($X) also remains the key foreign market for slaked lime exports from Australia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Ireland stood at +77.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slaked lime export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -54.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 104%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Taiwan (Chinese) amounted to +22.7% per year.

Slaked Lime Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2021, approx. X tons of slaked lime were imported into Australia; reducing by -21.6% on 2020. Overall, imports, however, posted prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 440% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, slaked lime imports contracted to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 300%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Thailand (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and New Zealand (X tons) were the main suppliers of slaked lime imports to Australia, with a combined 94% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Malaysia (with a CAGR of +92.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Thailand ($X), Malaysia ($X) and New Zealand ($X) were the largest slaked lime suppliers to Australia, together comprising 89% of total imports.

Malaysia, with a CAGR of +99.3%, 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

In 2021, the average slaked lime import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 22%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum 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 New Zealand ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+39.0%), 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 remains the largest slaked lime consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.8% share.

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of slaked lime production, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slaked lime to Australia?

In value terms, Thailand, Malaysia and New Zealand constituted the largest slaked lime suppliers to Australia, together accounting for 91% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of slaked lime from Australia?

In value terms, Malaysia emerged as the key foreign market for slaked lime exports from Australia, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by New Zealand, with an 8.2% share of total exports. It was followed by Ireland, with a 6.8% share.

What is the average export price for slaked lime in Australia?

In 2020, the average slaked lime export price amounted to $1,249 per ton, with an increase of 177% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slaked lime in Australia?

In 2020, the average slaked lime import price amounted to $155 per ton, increasing by 5.8% against the previous year.

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

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. 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
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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