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Saudi Arabia: Quicklime Market 2024

Quicklime Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi quicklime market stood at $X in 2022, growing by 4.2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a perceptible descent. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Quicklime Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, quicklime production rose to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a perceptible slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 33%. Quicklime production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Quicklime Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

Quicklime exports from Saudi Arabia dropped to X tons in 2022, reducing by -6.1% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded noticeable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 196% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quicklime exports declined to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed noticeable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 192%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) was the main destination for quicklime exports from Saudi Arabia, with a 57% share of total exports. Moreover, quicklime exports to Bahrain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Kuwait (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Eritrea (X tons), with a 16% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Bahrain amounted to +39.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Kuwait (+14.0% per year) and Eritrea (+84.9% per year).

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) remains the key foreign market for quicklime exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 56% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kuwait ($X), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Eritrea, with a 17% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bahrain totaled +38.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Kuwait (+13.3% per year) and Eritrea (+93.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average quicklime export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -4.1% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 9.5% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kuwait ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Jordan ($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 Eritrea (+4.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Quicklime Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

Quicklime imports into Saudi Arabia surged to X tons in 2014, growing by 43% compared with the year before. In general, imports, however, recorded a sharp downturn. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2014, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, quicklime imports soared to $X in 2014. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous curtailment. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2014, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2014, China (X tons) was the main quicklime supplier to Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 98% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to -41.6%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to -49.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2014, the average quicklime import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 6.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a deep slump. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2014, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2014, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to -13.2% 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, comprising approx. 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, comprising approx. 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 Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Saudi Arabia.

What are the leading importers of quicklime from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Bahrain remains the key foreign market for quicklime exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kuwait, with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by India, with an 8.6% share.

What is the average export price for quicklime in Saudi Arabia?

The average quicklime export price stood at $87 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 7.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quicklime in Saudi Arabia?

In 2014, the average quicklime import price amounted to $319 per ton, jumping by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quicklime market in Saudi Arabia. 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:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

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