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Mexico: Slaked Lime Market 2024

Slaked Lime Market Size in Mexico

In 2021, after four years of growth, there was decline in the Mexican slaked lime market, when its value decreased by -4.3% to $X. Overall, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

Slaked Lime Production in Mexico

In value terms, slaked lime production fell to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Slaked Lime Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2021, overseas shipments of slaked lime decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 46%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, slaked lime exports stood at $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for slaked lime exports from Mexico, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States totaled -4.7%.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States amounted to -2.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slaked lime export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a temperate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, 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 +2.4% per year.

Slaked Lime Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of slaked lime, when their volume increased by 20% to X tons. In general, imports saw a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 328%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, slaked lime imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 589%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Switzerland (X tons), Germany (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of slaked lime imports to Mexico, together accounting for 64% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +62.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest slaked lime suppliers to Mexico were Germany ($X), Switzerland ($X) and the United States ($X), with a combined 53% share of total imports.

Switzerland, with a CAGR of +20.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average slaked lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -1.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 65% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+27.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for slaked lime in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of slaked lime consumption, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 4.8% share.

What are the largest producers of slaked lime in the world?

China remains the largest slaked lime producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, slaked lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slaked lime to Mexico?

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

What are the leading importers of slaked lime from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for slaked lime exports from Mexico, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Colombia, with a 6.4% share of total exports. It was followed by Belize, with a 2.5% share.

What is the average export price for slaked lime in Mexico?

The average slaked lime export price stood at $264 per ton in 2020, rising by 8.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slaked lime in Mexico?

The average slaked lime import price stood at $345 per ton in 2020, surging by 57% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slaked lime 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 23521035 - Slaked lime

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 2012–2023
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