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Malaysia: Dolomite Market 2024

Dolomite Market Size in Malaysia

The Malaysian dolomite market surged to $X in 2021, growing by 21% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption saw significant growth. Dolomite consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Dolomite Exports

Exports from Malaysia

In 2021, shipments abroad of dolomite decreased by -58.9% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 302% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, dolomite exports shrank notably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, posted a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 137% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Vietnam (X tons), Brunei Darussalam (X tons) and New Zealand (X tons) were the main destinations of dolomite exports from Malaysia, together accounting for 82% of total exports. China, Thailand and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Thailand (with a CAGR of +1,956.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brunei Darussalam ($X), Vietnam ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest markets for dolomite exported from Malaysia worldwide, with a combined 65% share of total exports. These countries were followed by New Zealand, Thailand and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 17%.

Thailand, with a CAGR of +713.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average dolomite export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 43% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average export price increased by 139%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($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 Vietnam (+3.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Dolomite Imports

Imports into Malaysia

In 2021, approx. X tons of dolomite were imported into Malaysia; growing by 37% on the year before. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 324%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, dolomite imports totaled $X in 2021. In general, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 309%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Thailand (X tons), Switzerland (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main suppliers of dolomite imports to Malaysia, with a combined 77% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Vietnam (with a CAGR of +54.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X), Norway ($X) and Thailand ($X) constituted the largest dolomite suppliers to Malaysia, together comprising 71% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Norway, with a CAGR of +53.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average dolomite import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -24.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 32% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (+7.1%), 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 dolomite in the world?

The country with the largest volume of dolomite consumption was China, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, dolomite consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of dolomite in the world?

China remains the largest dolomite producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 21% of total volume. Moreover, dolomite 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 Russia, with a 7.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of dolomite to Malaysia?

In value terms, Thailand constituted the largest supplier of dolomite to Malaysia.

What are the leading importers of dolomite from Malaysia?

In value terms, Kenya remains the key foreign market for dolomite exports from Malaysia, comprising 55% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 21% share of total exports. It was followed by New Zealand, with an 11% share.

What is the average export price for dolomite in Malaysia?

The average dolomite export price stood at $128 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -12.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dolomite in Malaysia?

In 2020, the average dolomite import price amounted to $122 per ton, which is down by -10.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dolomite market in Malaysia. 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 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:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

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