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Ethiopia: Market for Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone 2024

Market Size for Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone in Ethiopia

The Ethiopian limestone flux and limestone market totaled $X in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a deep slump. Limestone flux and limestone consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone in Ethiopia

In value terms, limestone flux and limestone production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 34%. Limestone flux and limestone production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone

Exports from Ethiopia

In 2022, exports of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone from Ethiopia surged to X tons, growing by 26% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 214% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, limestone flux and limestone exports dropped sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 691% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for limestone flux and limestone exports from Ethiopia, with a 94% share of total exports. Moreover, limestone flux and limestone exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Italy (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China amounted to +4.4%.

In value terms, the largest markets for limestone flux and limestone exported from Ethiopia were China ($X) and Italy ($X).

Among the main countries of destination, Italy, with a CAGR of +12.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average limestone flux and limestone export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -37.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 152%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (-3.9%).

Imports of Limestone Flux, Limestone And Calcareous Stone

Imports into Ethiopia

For the fourth consecutive year, Ethiopia recorded growth in purchases abroad of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone, which increased by 58% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 3,499%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, limestone flux and limestone imports expanded markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 2,088% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Egypt (X tons) constituted the largest limestone flux and limestone supplier to Ethiopia, accounting for a 70% share of total imports. Moreover, limestone flux and limestone imports from Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Egypt totaled +37.0%.

In value terms, Egypt ($X) constituted the largest supplier of limestone flux, limestone and calcareous stone to Ethiopia, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 25% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Egypt amounted to +16.5%.

Import Prices by Country

The average limestone flux and limestone import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -31.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 76%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average 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 Egypt ($X per ton), while the price for India stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (-12.8%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for limestone flux and limestone in Ethiopia. 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 08112050 - Limestone flux, limestone and other calcareous stone used for the manufacture of lime or cement (excluding crushed limestone aggregate and calcareous dimension stone)

Country coverage:

Ethiopia

Data coverage:

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