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Canada: Hydraulic Lime Market 2025

Hydraulic Lime Market Size in Canada

In 2022, the Canadian hydraulic lime market decreased by -65.3% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt slump. Hydraulic lime consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Hydraulic Lime Exports

Exports from Canada

In 2022, the amount of hydraulic lime exported from Canada shrank remarkably to X tons, with a decrease of -49% compared with the year before. Overall, exports showed a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 885%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hydraulic lime exports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a noticeable decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 1,250%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for hydraulic lime exports from Canada, accounting for a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, hydraulic lime exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Vietnam (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China totaled +3.8%.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for hydraulic lime exports from Canada, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Vietnam ($X), with a 4.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average hydraulic lime export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -8.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 66%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+12.1%).

Hydraulic Lime Imports

Imports into Canada

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of hydraulic lime, when their volume decreased by -64.6% to X tons. In general, imports showed a noticeable setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 153%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, hydraulic lime imports shrank notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 91%. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main hydraulic lime supplier to Canada, with a 96% share of total imports. Moreover, hydraulic lime imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States stood at -4.0%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of hydraulic lime to Canada, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 1.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States totaled -9.4%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average hydraulic lime import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -2.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Germany totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (-5.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for hydraulic lime in the world?

The country with the largest volume of hydraulic lime consumption was China, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, hydraulic lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.7% share.

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

The country with the largest volume of hydraulic lime production was China, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, hydraulic lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of hydraulic lime to Canada?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of hydraulic lime to Canada.

What are the leading importers of hydraulic lime from Canada?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for hydraulic lime exports from Canada, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.2% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for hydraulic lime in Canada?

In 2021, the average hydraulic lime export price amounted to $216 per ton, growing by 8.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hydraulic lime in Canada?

In 2021, the average hydraulic lime import price amounted to $122 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hydraulic lime market in Canada. 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 23521050 - Hydraulic lime

Country coverage:

Canada

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
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 2012–2024
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