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Mexico - Carbonates and Peroxocarbonates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Mexico: Carbonate Market 2025

Carbonate Market Size in Mexico

The Mexican carbonate market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, growing by 17% 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). Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Carbonate Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2021, shipments abroad of carbonates and peroxocarbonates decreased by -25.7% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, exports continue to indicate a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 42% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, carbonate exports shrank rapidly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for carbonate exports from Mexico, with a 59% share of total exports. Moreover, carbonate exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, India (X tons), eightfold. South Korea (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 7.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: India (+26.1% per year) and South Korea (-9.9% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for carbonates and peroxocarbonates exports from Mexico, comprising 41% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a 10% share of total exports. It was followed by South Korea, with a 9.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States amounted to -2.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: India (+26.3% per year) and South Korea (-7.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average carbonate export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a modest expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 27%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Costa Rica ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($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 Costa Rica (+35.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Carbonate Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2021, approx. X tons of carbonates and peroxocarbonates were imported into Mexico; increasing by 14% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, carbonate imports surged to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) was the main supplier of carbonate to Mexico, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to +3.8%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of carbonates and peroxocarbonates to Mexico.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States totaled +5.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average carbonate import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a mild increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 9.9% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +1.1% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for carbonates and peroxocarbonates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of carbonate consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 40% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of carbonates and peroxocarbonates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of carbonate production in 2021 were China, the United States and Turkey, with a combined 55% share of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, India, Pakistan, Brazil, Iran, Germany, Bulgaria, Spain and Japan, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of carbonates and peroxocarbonates to Mexico?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of carbonate to Mexico.

What are the leading importers of carbonates and peroxocarbonates from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for carbonate exports from Mexico, comprising 54% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by India, with an 8.5% share.

What is the average export price for carbonates and peroxocarbonates in Mexico?

The average carbonate export price stood at $544 per ton in 2021, rising by 46% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for carbonates and peroxocarbonates in Mexico?

The average carbonate import price stood at $292 per ton in 2021, dropping by -5.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the carbonate market in Mexico. 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 20134310 - Disodium carbonate
Prodcom 20134320 - Sodium hydrogencarbonate (sodium bicarbonate)
Prodcom 20134340 - Calcium carbonate
Prodcom 20134390 - Other carbonates

Country coverage:

Mexico

Data coverage:

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