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Portugal: Dolomite Market 2025

Dolomite Market Size in Portugal

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was growth in the Portuguese dolomite market, when its value increased by 1.5% to $X. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Dolomite consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Dolomite Production in Portugal

In value terms, dolomite production expanded to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 122%. Dolomite production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Dolomite Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of dolomite, when their volume decreased by -0.6% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 112,915% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

In value terms, dolomite exports expanded significantly to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 76,044%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main destinations of dolomite exports from Portugal.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for France (with a CAGR of +20.1%).

In value terms, France ($X) remains the key foreign market for dolomite exports from Portugal, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 30% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France totaled +34.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dolomite export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 11% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average export price increased by 46%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France (+11.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Dolomite Imports

Imports into Portugal

After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of dolomite increased by 4.4% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports saw a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 423%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dolomite imports dropped to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 132% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest dolomite supplier to Portugal, accounting for a 87% share of total imports. Moreover, dolomite imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X tons), ninefold. Turkey (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain stood at +24.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+1.6% per year) and Turkey (+6.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest dolomite suppliers to Portugal were Spain ($X), France ($X) and Turkey ($X), together accounting for 97% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Turkey, with a CAGR of +10.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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, dropping by -17.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 152% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of dolomite consumption, 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.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of dolomite production, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, dolomite production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.1% share.
In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of dolomite to Portugal, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 30% share of total imports.
In value terms, the largest markets for dolomite exported from Portugal were France and Spain.
In 2020, the average dolomite export price amounted to $120 per ton, shrinking by -71.8% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average dolomite import price amounted to $128 per ton, with an increase of 2.4% against the previous year.

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

  • Portugal

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Portugal
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
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  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    12. Exports and Growth, By Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012–2024

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