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Oman: Market for Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone 2024

Market Size for Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone in Oman

The Omani gypsum, anhydrite and limestone market declined to $X in 2021, which is down by -3.2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded resilient growth. Gypsum, anhydrite and limestone consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone in Oman

In value terms, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 112%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone

Exports from Oman

In 2021, approx. X tons of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone were exported from Oman; with an increase of 5.8% compared with 2020 figures. Overall, exports recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 216% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports expanded sharply to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 137% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports from Oman, with a 48% share of total exports. Moreover, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports to India exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Bangladesh (X tons), twofold. Vietnam (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 9.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to India amounted to +9.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bangladesh (+65.4% per year) and Vietnam (+34.5% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) remains the key foreign market for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports from Oman, comprising 44% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bangladesh ($X), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Vietnam, with a 7.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to India totaled +16.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bangladesh (+40.9% per year) and Vietnam (+16.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average gypsum, anhydrite and limestone export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 3.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 57%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($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 Bahrain (+14.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Gypsum, Anhydrite And Limestone

Imports into Oman

In 2021, the amount of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone imported into Oman soared to X tons, jumping by 92% compared with the year before. Overall, imports saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 275%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone imports contracted slightly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 96% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main gypsum, anhydrite and limestone supplier to Oman, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates totaled +53.6%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone to Oman.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates amounted to +11.8%.

Import Prices by Country

The average gypsum, anhydrite and limestone import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, waning by -48.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a sharp decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average import price increased by 4.1%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -27.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone consumption, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone production, comprising approx. 18% of total volume. Moreover, gypsum, anhydrite and limestone production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 5.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone to Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone to Oman, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 5.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of gypsum, anhydrite and limestone from Oman?

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone exports from Oman, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 7% share.

What is the average export price for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in Oman?

In 2021, the average gypsum, anhydrite and limestone export price amounted to $25 per ton, falling by -6.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in Oman?

In 2021, the average gypsum, anhydrite and limestone import price amounted to $24 per ton, waning by -26.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for gypsum, anhydrite and limestone in Oman. 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 08112030 - Gypsum and anhydrite
Prodcom 08112050 - Limestone flux, limestone and other calcareous stone used for the manufacture of lime or cement (excluding crushed limestone aggregate and calcareous dimension stone)

Country coverage:

Oman

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Oman
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
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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