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Portugal: Lime Market 2024

Lime Market Size in Portugal

In 2021, the Portuguese lime market decreased by -7.8% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 6.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lime Production in Portugal

In value terms, lime production shrank significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a mild shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 11%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Lime Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2021, shipments abroad of lime decreased by -5.2% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 99%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lime exports rose sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 78% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), Finland (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the main destinations of lime exports from Portugal, together accounting for 78% of total exports. Ghana, the UK, Guinea and Angola lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 17%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Guinea (with a CAGR of +80.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for lime exported from Portugal were South Africa ($X), Spain ($X) and Finland ($X), with a combined 71% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Ghana, the UK, Guinea and Angola, which together accounted for a further 22%.

Among the main countries of destination, Guinea, with a CAGR of +81.0%, saw the highest growth rate of 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

In 2021, the average lime export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 16%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Guinea ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Finland ($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 Angola (+4.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lime Imports

Imports into Portugal

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of lime decreased by -40.4% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 167% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, lime imports shrank significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 153% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) was the main supplier of lime to Portugal, accounting for a 95% share of total imports. Moreover, lime imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain amounted to +22.9%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lime to Portugal, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 4.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Spain totaled +20.6%.

Import Prices by Country

The average lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 37% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a mild curtailment. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Spain amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+3.4%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lime in the world?

China remains the largest lime consuming country worldwide, accounting for 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 constituted the country with the largest volume of lime production, comprising approx. 73% of total volume. Moreover, lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lime to Portugal?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of lime to Portugal, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 14% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lime from Portugal?

In value terms, the largest markets for lime exported from Portugal were South Africa, Spain and Finland, with a combined 79% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the UK, Ghana, the Dominican Republic and Cote d'Ivoire, which together accounted for a further 15%.

What is the average export price for lime in Portugal?

The average lime export price stood at $106 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 3.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lime in Portugal?

The average lime import price stood at $83 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -5.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lime 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 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:

Portugal

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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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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