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Colombia: Dolomite Market 2024

Dolomite Market Size in Colombia

In 2021, the Colombian dolomite market was finally on the rise to reach $X after six years of decline. In general, consumption, however, recorded a deep setback. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Dolomite Production in Colombia

In value terms, dolomite production rose significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 13% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Dolomite Exports

Exports from Colombia

In 2021, the amount of chalk and dolomite exported from Colombia soared to X tons, rising by 23% against the previous year. In general, exports, however, recorded a perceptible decline. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, dolomite exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a abrupt curtailment. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Venezuela (X tons) was the main destination for dolomite exports from Colombia, with a 74% share of total exports. Moreover, dolomite exports to Venezuela exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Peru (X tons), fivefold. Ecuador (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Venezuela totaled +10.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Peru (-0.7% per year) and Ecuador (-18.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for dolomite exported from Colombia were Venezuela ($X), Peru ($X) and Ecuador ($X), together accounting for 98% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Venezuela, with a CAGR of -2.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dolomite export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 4.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. 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 Peru ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Panama ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ecuador (-4.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Dolomite Imports

Imports into Colombia

In 2021, imports of chalk and dolomite into Colombia expanded modestly to X tons, growing by 3.9% against 2020. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 84%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, dolomite imports rose significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 111%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and Guatemala (X tons) were the main suppliers of dolomite imports to Colombia, together accounting for 80% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +130.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chalk and dolomite to Colombia, comprising 46% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by Guatemala, with a 17% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil amounted to +113.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+89.8% per year) and Guatemala (+25.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average dolomite import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 1.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a mild decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 60% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for South Africa ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+32.8%), 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 chalk and dolomite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dolomite consumption in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. The United States, Brazil, Nigeria, India, Mexico, Poland, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of chalk and dolomite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dolomite production in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, with a combined 44% share of global production. The United States, Brazil, Nigeria, Mexico, Poland, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of chalk and dolomite to Colombia?

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of dolomite to Colombia, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Guatemala, with a 2.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chalk and dolomite from Colombia?

In value terms, Ecuador remains the key foreign market for dolomite exports from Colombia.

What is the average export price for chalk and dolomite in Colombia?

The average dolomite export price stood at $113 per ton in 2021, surging by 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chalk and dolomite in Colombia?

The average dolomite import price stood at $502 per ton in 2021, growing by 167% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dolomite market in Colombia. 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 08113010 - Chalk
Prodcom 08113030 - Dolomite, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs (excluding calcined or sintered dolomite, agglomerated dolomite and broken or crushed dolomite for concrete aggregates, road metalling or railway or other ballast)

Country coverage:

Colombia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Colombia
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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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