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Luxembourg: Dolomite Market 2024

Dolomite Market Size in Luxembourg

After two years of decline, the Luxembourg dolomite market increased by 0.4% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a noticeable curtailment. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Dolomite Exports

Exports from Luxembourg

In 2021, the amount of chalk and dolomite exported from Luxembourg surged to X tons, with an increase of 57% against 2020. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 273%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, dolomite exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a deep slump. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons) was the main destination for dolomite exports from Luxembourg, accounting for a 69% share of total exports. Moreover, dolomite exports to Belgium exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Germany (X tons), with a 7.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Belgium amounted to +6.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (-26.2% per year) and Germany (-5.8% per year).

In value terms, Belgium ($X) remains the key foreign market for chalk and dolomite exports from Luxembourg, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with an 8.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Belgium stood at +18.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (+2.9% per year) and France (-28.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dolomite export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 107% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+111.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Dolomite Imports

Imports into Luxembourg

In 2021, supplies from abroad of chalk and dolomite decreased by -11% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports saw a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 64%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, dolomite imports rose to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 24%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main suppliers of dolomite imports to Luxembourg, together comprising 98% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for France (with a CAGR of +9.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest dolomite suppliers to Luxembourg were France ($X), Germany ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined 87% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, France, with a CAGR of +4.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dolomite import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 18% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 30%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+7.9%), 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 chalk and dolomite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dolomite consumption in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Brazil, Nigeria, India, Mexico, Poland, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Hungary, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of chalk and dolomite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dolomite production in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, together comprising 44% of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Brazil, Nigeria, Mexico, Poland, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Hungary, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of chalk and dolomite to Luxembourg?

In value terms, the largest dolomite suppliers to Luxembourg were France, Germany and Belgium, with a combined 87% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chalk and dolomite from Luxembourg?

In value terms, Belgium remains the key foreign market for dolomite exports from Luxembourg, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with an 8.8% share.

What is the average export price for chalk and dolomite in Luxembourg?

In 2021, the average dolomite export price amounted to $102 per ton, jumping by 19% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chalk and dolomite in Luxembourg?

In 2021, the average dolomite import price amounted to $66 per ton, rising by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dolomite market in Luxembourg. 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 08113010 - Chalk
Prodcom 08113030 - Dolomite, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs (excluding calcined or sintered dolomite, agglomerated dolomite and broken or crushed dolomite for concrete aggregates, road metalling or railway or other ballast)

Country coverage:

Luxembourg

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Luxembourg
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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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