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Brazil: Market for Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone 2024

Market Size for Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone in Brazil

In 2021, the Brazilian gypsum, anhydrite and limestone market decreased by -2% to $X for the first time since 2015, thus ending a five-year rising trend. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Gypsum, anhydrite and limestone consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone in Brazil

In value terms, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone production fell slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a slight descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 5.8%. Gypsum, anhydrite and limestone production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone

Exports from Brazil

In 2021, exports of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone from Brazil skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by 78% against the previous year. In general, exports saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 763%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 366%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X tons) was the main destination for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports from Brazil, with a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Uruguay (X tons), with a 1.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Paraguay totaled +36.1%.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) remains the key foreign market for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports from Brazil, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uruguay ($X), with a 9.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Paraguay stood at -7.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average gypsum, anhydrite and limestone export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 7.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a dramatic curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 22% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uruguay ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Paraguay stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uruguay (+20.5%).

Imports of Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone

Imports into Brazil

In 2021, purchases abroad of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone increased by 36% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, total imports indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 74%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 76%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) was the main gypsum, anhydrite and limestone supplier to Brazil, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain amounted to +36.0%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone to Brazil.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain stood at +46.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average gypsum, anhydrite and limestone import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 52%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to +11.1% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone consumption, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in the world?

The country with the largest volume of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone production was China, comprising approx. 18% of total volume. Moreover, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 5.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone to Brazil?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone to Brazil, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 6.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone from Brazil?

In value terms, Paraguay remains the key foreign market for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports from Brazil, comprising 57% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uruguay, with a 4.3% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in Brazil?

In 2021, the average gypsum, anhydrite and limestone export price amounted to $24 per ton, with an increase of 7.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in Brazil?

In 2021, the average gypsum, anhydrite and limestone import price amounted to $14 per ton, shrinking by -4.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in Brazil. 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 08112030 - Gypsum and anhydrite
Prodcom 08112050 - Limestone flux, limestone and other calcareous stone used for the manufacture of lime or cement (excluding crushed limestone aggregate and calcareous dimension stone)

Country coverage:

Brazil

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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 2012–2023
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