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Iraq: Calcareous Building Stone Market 2024

Calcareous Building Stone Market Size in Iraq

In 2021, the Iraqi calcareous building stone market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2012, thus ending a eight-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a deep reduction. Calcareous building stone consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Calcareous Building Stone Production in Iraq

In value terms, calcareous building stone production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a deep slump. Calcareous building stone production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Calcareous Building Stone Exports

Exports from Iraq

In 2021, approx. X tons of calcareous building stone were exported from Iraq; picking up by 196% against the previous year. In general, exports recorded a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, calcareous building stone exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons) was the main destination for calcareous building stone exports from Iraq, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Qatar totaled +196.4%.

In value terms, Qatar ($X) also remains the key foreign market for calcareous building stone exports from Iraq.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Qatar totaled +146.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average calcareous building stone export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, waning by -16.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Qatar.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Qatar amounted to -16.1% per year.

Calcareous Building Stone Imports

Imports into Iraq

In 2021, calcareous building stone imports into Iraq reduced notably to X tons, dropping by -43% against 2020. In general, imports recorded a significant contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 64% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, calcareous building stone imports shrank to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports faced a sharp descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 107%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Turkey (X tons), Pakistan (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of calcareous building stone imports to Iraq, together accounting for 94% of total imports. These countries were followed by Lebanon and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 6.4%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Lebanon (with a CAGR of -7.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of calcareous building stone to Iraq, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Pakistan ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 4.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey amounted to -21.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Pakistan (-22.1% per year) and India (-25.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average calcareous building stone import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 54% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a perceptible increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Egypt ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Pakistan (+8.9%), 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 calcareous building stone in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of calcareous building stone consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and Italy, together accounting for 33% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of calcareous building stone in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of calcareous building stone production in 2021 were China, the United States and Italy, with a combined 33% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of calcareous building stone to Iraq?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of calcareous building stone to Iraq, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 5.7% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for calcareous building stone in Iraq?

In 2020, the average calcareous building stone export price amounted to $31 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.

What is the average import price for calcareous building stone in Iraq?

In 2021, the average calcareous building stone import price amounted to $350 per ton, dropping by -11.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the calcareous building stone market in Iraq. 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 08111150 - Ecaussine and other calcareous monumental or building stone of an apparent specific gravity . 2,5

Country coverage:

Iraq

Data coverage:

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