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Belarus: Lime Market 2025

Lime Market Size in Belarus

After two years of decline, the Belarusian lime market increased by 9.3% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption, however, saw a abrupt setback. Lime consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lime Production in Belarus

In value terms, lime production expanded notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, faced a deep slump. Lime production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Lime Exports

Exports from Belarus

In 2021, shipments abroad of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime decreased by -8.6% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, total exports indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 49%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lime exports declined to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 52% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Lithuania (X tons), Ukraine (X tons) and Russia (X tons) were the main destinations of lime exports from Belarus, together accounting for 88% of total exports. Poland lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 11%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of +42.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Lithuania ($X), Ukraine ($X) and Russia ($X) were the largest markets for lime exported from Belarus worldwide, together comprising 86% of total exports. Poland lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 13%.

Poland, with a CAGR of +41.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lime export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 3.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 11% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the highest price was recorded for prices to Poland ($X per ton) and Lithuania ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Russia ($X per ton) and Ukraine ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (-0.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Lime Imports

Imports into Belarus

In 2021, approx. X tons of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime were imported into Belarus; increasing by 10% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports enjoyed a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 419% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lime imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 272% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Russia (X tons) was the main lime supplier to Belarus, with a 96% share of total imports. It was followed by Poland (X tons), with a 2.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia stood at +6.8%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime to Belarus, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Poland ($X), with a 7.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Russia stood at -1.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lime import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 4.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 6.3%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average 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 Poland ($X per ton), while the price for Russia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+1.8%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in the world?

China remains the largest lime consuming country worldwide, accounting for 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.

What are the largest producers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of lime production, comprising approx. 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.

What are the leading suppliers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime to Belarus?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of lime to Belarus, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 6.2% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime from Belarus?

In value terms, Lithuania, Ukraine and Poland were the largest markets for lime exported from Belarus worldwide, together accounting for 86% of total exports.

What is the average export price for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in Belarus?

The average lime export price stood at $75 per ton in 2020, declining by -2.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in Belarus?

In 2020, the average lime import price amounted to $63 per ton, rising by 3.6% against the previous year.

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

Belarus

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Belarus
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
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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. 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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 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
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