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Portugal: Quicklime Market 2024

Quicklime Market Size in Portugal

After two years of decline, the Portuguese quicklime market increased by 19% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Quicklime consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Quicklime Production in Portugal

In value terms, quicklime production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, production attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Quicklime Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2022, quicklime exports from Portugal fell slightly to X tons, with a decrease of -3.6% against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 196%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quicklime exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 161% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), Finland (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the main destinations of quicklime exports from Portugal, with a combined 97% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +28.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for quicklime exported from Portugal were South Africa ($X), Spain ($X) and Finland ($X), with a combined 97% share of total exports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +26.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average quicklime export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 25% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, quicklime export price increased by +85.1% against 2017 indices. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ghana (+11.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Quicklime Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2022, purchases abroad of quicklime decreased by -33.5% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports, however, recorded temperate growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 322% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quicklime imports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 265%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Spain (X tons) was the main quicklime supplier to Portugal, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain totaled +3.2%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Portugal.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain amounted to +6.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average quicklime import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 49% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed noticeable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 67% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Spain amounted to +3.1% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quicklime in the world?

China remains the largest quicklime consuming country worldwide, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.8% share.

What are the largest producers of quicklime in the world?

China remains the largest quicklime producing country worldwide, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of quicklime to Portugal?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Portugal.

What are the leading importers of quicklime from Portugal?

In value terms, South Africa, Finland and Spain appeared to be the largest markets for quicklime exported from Portugal worldwide, with a combined 78% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Ghana, Guinea and Cuba, which together accounted for a further 19%.

What is the average export price for quicklime in Portugal?

The average quicklime export price stood at $114 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quicklime in Portugal?

The average quicklime import price stood at $77 per ton in 2021, increasing by 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quicklime 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

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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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