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Ireland: Quicklime Market 2024

Quicklime Market Size in Ireland

The Irish quicklime market reduced sharply to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -15.8% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Quicklime Production in Ireland

In value terms, quicklime production fell rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 68% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Quicklime Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, overseas shipments of quicklime decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, exports recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 64%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, quicklime exports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 136% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for quicklime exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK totaled +34.6%.

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

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average quicklime export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded pronounced growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 44%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to +3.2% per year.

Quicklime Imports

Imports into Ireland

For the third year in a row, Ireland recorded decline in supplies from abroad of quicklime, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports saw a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 39%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, quicklime imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 26% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) constituted the largest quicklime supplier to Ireland, accounting for a 69% share of total imports. Moreover, quicklime imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, New Zealand (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the UK amounted to +14.1%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Ireland, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by New Zealand ($X), with a 26% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK totaled +10.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average quicklime import price amounted to $X per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a noticeable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 94%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for New Zealand totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+3.0%), 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 quicklime in the world?

The country with the largest volume of quicklime consumption was China, accounting for 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, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of quicklime to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Ireland, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 16% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of quicklime from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for quicklime exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for quicklime in Ireland?

In 2021, the average quicklime export price amounted to $173 per ton, rising by 35% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quicklime in Ireland?

In 2021, the average quicklime import price amounted to $152 per ton, shrinking by -39.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quicklime market in Ireland. 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:

Ireland

Data coverage:

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