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Ecuador: Slaked Lime Market 2025

Slaked Lime Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian slaked lime market was estimated at $X in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -12.7% against 2018 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Slaked Lime Production in Ecuador

In value terms, slaked lime production rose slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -18.3% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the production volume increased by 50% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Slaked Lime Exports

Exports from Ecuador

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of slaked lime decreased by 0% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 321%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, slaked lime exports totaled $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports posted a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 349% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Panama (X tons) was the main destination for slaked lime exports from Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Panama was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Panama was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slaked lime export price amounted to $X per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded pronounced growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 164% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Peru amounted to +68.3% per year.

Slaked Lime Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, supplies from abroad of slaked lime decreased by -8% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, imports, however, posted a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 918% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, slaked lime imports dropped to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 799%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Colombia (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Guatemala (X tons) were the main suppliers of slaked lime imports to Ecuador, with a combined 85% share of total imports. These countries were followed by France, the United States, Spain and China, which together accounted for a further 15%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by France (with a CAGR of +95.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest slaked lime suppliers to Ecuador were Chile ($X), Colombia ($X) and France ($X), together accounting for 83% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, France, with a CAGR of +46.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average slaked lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -5% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 51%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+3.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of slaked lime consumption, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.8% share.

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

The country with the largest volume of slaked lime production was China, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slaked lime to Ecuador?

In value terms, Colombia constituted the largest supplier of slaked lime to Ecuador, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 12% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for slaked lime in Ecuador?

In 2018, the average slaked lime export price amounted to $236 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for slaked lime in Ecuador?

In 2020, the average slaked lime import price amounted to $127 per ton, falling by -61.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slaked lime market in Ecuador. 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 23521035 - Slaked lime

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

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