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Bulgaria: Market for Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone 2024

Market Size for Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone in Bulgaria

In 2022, the Bulgarian limestone flux and limestone market increased by 25% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Production of Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone in Bulgaria

In value terms, limestone flux and limestone production skyrocketed to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +72.8% against 2020 indices. As a result, production attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2022, the amount of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone exported from Bulgaria surged to X tons, jumping by 92% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, recorded a significant curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 325%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, limestone flux and limestone exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, faced a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 252% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Greece (X tons) was the main destination for limestone flux and limestone exports from Bulgaria, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Greece stood at -9.9%.

In value terms, Greece ($X) also remains the key foreign market for limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone exports from Bulgaria.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Greece totaled -10.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average limestone flux and limestone export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -40.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, posted a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 92% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Greece amounted to -0.1% per year.

Imports of Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone

Imports into Bulgaria

For the third year in a row, Bulgaria recorded growth in overseas purchases of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone, which increased by 2.9% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 84%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, limestone flux and limestone imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 172% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Greece (X tons) was the main supplier of limestone flux and limestone to Bulgaria, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Greece totaled +35.0%.

In value terms, Greece ($X) constituted the largest supplier of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone to Bulgaria.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Greece amounted to +29.4%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average limestone flux and limestone import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 48%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Romania amounted to +9.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone in the world?

The country with the largest volume of limestone flux and limestone consumption was China, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, limestone flux and limestone consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S., with a 6.6% share.

What are the largest producers of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone in the world?

The country with the largest volume of limestone flux and limestone production was China, comprising approx. 18% of total volume. Moreover, limestone flux and limestone production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the U.S., threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone to Bulgaria?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of limestone flux and limestone to Bulgaria, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India $322), with a 8.5% share of total imports. It was followed by North Macedonia, with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading importers of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone from Bulgaria?

In value terms, Ukraine remains the key foreign market for limestone flux and limestone exports from Bulgaria, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Romania, with a 8.9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone in Bulgaria?

The average limestone flux and limestone export price stood at $98 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 6.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone in Bulgaria?

The average limestone flux and limestone import price stood at $147 per ton in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for limestone flux and limestone in Bulgaria. 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 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:

Bulgaria

Data coverage:

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