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Qatar: Lime Market 2024

Lime Market Size in Qatar

The Qatari lime market was estimated at less than $X in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. In general, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. Lime consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lime Production in Qatar

In value terms, lime production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 2.3%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Lime Exports

Exports from Qatar

In 2015, lime exports from Qatar stood at X kg, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2015 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, lime exports stood at $X in 2015. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2015 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X kg) was the main destination for lime exports from Qatar, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Kuwait was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2015, the average annual growth rate of value to Kuwait was relatively modest.

Lime Imports

Imports into Qatar

In 2021, lime imports into Qatar skyrocketed to X tons, rising by 46% against the previous year. Overall, imports continue to indicate a mild expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 970% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lime imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 503% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Oman (X tons) constituted the largest lime supplier to Qatar, accounting for a 59% share of total imports. Moreover, lime imports from Oman exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Iran (X tons), fivefold. India (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 9.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Oman totaled +59.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iran (-37.0% per year) and India (+66.3% per year).

In value terms, Oman ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lime to Qatar, comprising 45% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Turkey ($X), with an 8.3% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Oman stood at +70.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (-15.3% per year) and India (+36.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 33% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 348% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, 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 Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+35.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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, 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, 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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lime to Qatar?

In value terms, Oman constituted the largest supplier of lime to Qatar, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 15% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for lime in Qatar?

The average lime export price stood at $2,957 per ton in 2015, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lime in Qatar?

In 2020, the average lime import price amounted to $137 per ton, rising by 6.5% against the previous year.

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

Qatar

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Qatar
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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