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Egypt: Dolomite Market 2024

Dolomite Market Size in Egypt

After two years of decline, the Egyptian dolomite market increased by 20% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Dolomite Production in Egypt

In value terms, dolomite production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 35%. Dolomite production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Dolomite Exports

Exports from Egypt

After four years of growth, shipments abroad of dolomite decreased by -17.1% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 235% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, dolomite exports fell to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 450% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for dolomite exports from Egypt, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to India amounted to +18.9%.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the key foreign market for dolomite exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to India amounted to +21.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The average dolomite export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 7.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 175%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Cyprus amounted to +132.0% per year.

Dolomite Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, dolomite imports into Egypt shrank to X tons, with a decrease of -13.2% compared with the previous year. In general, imports, however, showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 401%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, dolomite imports fell to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 298%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of dolomite to Egypt, with a 67% share of total imports. Moreover, dolomite imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Norway (X tons), threefold. China (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 6.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey totaled +61.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Norway (+48.4% per year) and China (+2.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest dolomite suppliers to Egypt were Turkey ($X), Norway ($X) and China ($X), with a combined 91% share of total imports.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +55.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average dolomite import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 194%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 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, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+9.5%), 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 dolomite in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of dolomite consumption, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, dolomite consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of dolomite in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of dolomite production, comprising approx. 21% of total volume. Moreover, dolomite production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of dolomite to Egypt?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of dolomite to Egypt, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Norway, with a 22% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of dolomite from Egypt?

In value terms, Palestine remains the key foreign market for dolomite exports from Egypt, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bangladesh, with a 12% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for dolomite in Egypt?

The average dolomite export price stood at $186 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 9.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dolomite in Egypt?

The average dolomite import price stood at $68 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -34.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dolomite market in Egypt. 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 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:

Egypt

Data coverage:

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