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Pakistan: Lime Market 2025

Lime Market Size in Pakistan

For the third consecutive year, the Pakistani lime market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -95.3% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption showed a abrupt slump. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Lime Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2021, overseas shipments of lime increased by 390% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 4,493% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lime exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 5,850% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Sri Lanka (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Nigeria (X tons) were the main destinations of lime exports from Pakistan, together comprising 100% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Sri Lanka (with a CAGR of +59.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for lime exported from Pakistan were Sri Lanka ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Nigeria ($X), together accounting for 100% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Sri Lanka, with a CAGR of +67.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average lime export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 29% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 71%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($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 Jordan (+44.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lime Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2021, purchases abroad of lime increased by 14% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports saw a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 504%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lime imports dropped to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 427% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), the UK (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of lime imports to Pakistan, together comprising 60% of total imports. Spain, Italy, Japan, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Malaysia and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +419.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest lime suppliers to Pakistan, with a combined 63% share of total imports. China, Spain, Japan, France, Malaysia, Vietnam and Afghanistan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 23%.

Among the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +291.9%, saw 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

In 2021, the average lime import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -13.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 21%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Afghanistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+9.2%), 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 lime in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of lime consumption, comprising approx. 73% of total volume. Moreover, lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 3.7% share.

What are the largest producers of lime in the world?

China remains the largest lime producing country worldwide, accounting for 73% of total volume. Moreover, lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, more than tenfold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lime to Pakistan?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of lime to Pakistan, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 6.8% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 4.9% share.

What are the leading importers of lime from Pakistan?

In value terms, Sri Lanka remains the key foreign market for lime exports from Pakistan.

What is the average export price for lime in Pakistan?

In 2020, the average lime export price amounted to $109 per ton, declining by -34.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lime in Pakistan?

The average lime import price stood at $427 per ton in 2020, growing by 109% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lime market in Pakistan. 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 23521033 - Quicklime
Prodcom 23521035 - Slaked lime
Prodcom 23521050 - Hydraulic lime
Prodcom 23523030 - Calcined and sintered dolomite, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

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