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Hong Kong SAR, China: Quicklime Market 2025

Quicklime Market Size in Hong Kong SAR, China

The Hong Kong quicklime market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, saw a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Quicklime Exports

Exports from Hong Kong SAR, China

In 2022, the amount of quicklime exported from Hong Kong SAR contracted notably to X tons, waning by -45.4% on 2021 figures. In general, exports faced a abrupt curtailment. The smallest decline of -19.9% was in 2015. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, quicklime exports reduced to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed mild growth. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Exports by Country

Vietnam (X tons) was the main destination for quicklime exports from Hong Kong SAR, accounting for a 96% share of total exports. Moreover, quicklime exports to Vietnam exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United States (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Vietnam stood at +29.3%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for quicklime exports from Hong Kong SAR, comprising 59% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 24% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Vietnam totaled +38.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average quicklime export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 61% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a significant increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+1,702.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Quicklime Imports

Imports into Hong Kong SAR, China

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of quicklime increased by 23% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a pronounced decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 162% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quicklime imports contracted significantly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 181% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Malaysia (X tons), Japan (X tons) and China (X kg) were the main suppliers of quicklime imports to Hong Kong SAR, together comprising 98% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Japan (with a CAGR of +23.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Japan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Hong Kong SAR, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a 30% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Japan was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Malaysia (-4.4% per year) and China (-47.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average quicklime import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -31.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 102% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the price for Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (-10.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quicklime in the world?

China remains the largest quicklime consuming country worldwide, 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 constituted the country with the largest volume of quicklime production, comprising approx. 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 Hong Kong SAR, China?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Hong Kong SAR.

What is the average export price for quicklime in Hong Kong SAR, China?

The average quicklime export price stood at $1,526 per ton in 2021, growing by 1,428% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quicklime in Hong Kong SAR, China?

The average quicklime import price stood at $155 per ton in 2021, growing by 29% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quicklime market in Hong Kong SAR, China. 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:

Hong Kong SAR

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Hong Kong SAR, China
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