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Saudi Arabia: Lime Market 2025

Lime Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi lime market fell to $X in 2021, reducing by -11.7% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a deep slump. Lime consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lime Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, lime production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Lime Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

Lime exports from Saudi Arabia surged to X tons in 2021, growing by 32% on 2020. Overall, exports showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 194% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lime exports totaled $X in 2021. In general, exports enjoyed prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 189% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) was the main destination for lime exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 60% share of total exports. Moreover, lime exports to Bahrain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Eritrea (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Jordan (X tons), with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bahrain totaled +48.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Eritrea (+64.9% per year) and Jordan (+30.5% per year).

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) remains the key foreign market for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 59% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Eritrea ($X), with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by Jordan, with an 8.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Bahrain totaled +44.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Eritrea (+63.2% per year) and Jordan (+26.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lime export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -14.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a slight contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average export price increased by 5.5% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Jordan ($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 Oman (+4.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Lime Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, purchases abroad of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime increased by 53% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, recorded a dramatic decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 217%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lime imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a sharp shrinkage. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the UK (X tons) was the main supplier of lime to Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK amounted to +44.2%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK totaled +22.7%.

Import Prices by Country

The average lime import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 436% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a significant increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to +13.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of lime consumption, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, lime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.5% share.

What are the largest producers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of lime production, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, lime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 6.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the largest lime suppliers to Saudi Arabia were the UK, France and Kuwait. Moreover, lime imports in the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France, fourfold.

What are the leading importers of quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Bahrain remains the key foreign market for lime exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 53% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kuwait, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by Eritrea, with a 15% share.

What is the average export price for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in Saudi Arabia?

The average lime export price stood at $84 per ton in 2020, reducing by -8.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime in Saudi Arabia?

The average lime import price stood at $less than 0.1 per ton in 2020, leveling off at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lime 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
Prodcom 23521035 - Slaked lime
Prodcom 23521050 - Hydraulic lime

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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024