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Egypt: Quicklime Market 2024

Quicklime Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian quicklime market fell to $X in 2022, which is down by -5.1% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Quicklime Production in Egypt

In value terms, quicklime production shrank slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 37%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Quicklime Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of quicklime, when their volume increased by 1,898% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 9,483% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quicklime exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 3,710%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Syrian Arab Republic (X tons), Palestine (X tons) and Sudan (X tons) were the main destinations of quicklime exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Syrian Arab Republic (with a CAGR of +13.4%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for quicklime exported from Egypt were Syrian Arab Republic ($X), Palestine ($X) and Sudan ($X), together accounting for 99.9% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Syrian Arab Republic, with a CAGR of +14.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average quicklime export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted moderate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sudan (+20.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Quicklime Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, supplies from abroad of quicklime decreased by -99.7% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Over the period under review, imports recorded a sharp decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 2,222% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quicklime imports reduced remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 1,833%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Turkey (X tons) was the main supplier of quicklime to Egypt, accounting for a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, quicklime imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Morocco (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey amounted to +37.9%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Egypt, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Morocco ($X), with a 7.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Turkey stood at +35.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average quicklime import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Overall, the import price enjoyed moderate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 133%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Morocco stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+0.8%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quicklime in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of quicklime consumption, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.8% share.

What are the largest producers of quicklime in the world?

China remains the largest quicklime producing country worldwide, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of quicklime to Egypt?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Egypt.

What are the leading importers of quicklime from Egypt?

In value terms, Rwanda and Sudan constituted the largest markets for quicklime exported from Egypt worldwide.

What is the average export price for quicklime in Egypt?

In 2021, the average quicklime export price amounted to $128 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quicklime in Egypt?

The average quicklime import price stood at $127 per ton in 2021, falling by -13.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quicklime 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 23521033 - Quicklime

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
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 2012–2023
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