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U.S.: Dolomite Market 2024

Dolomite Market Size in the U.S.

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in the U.S. dolomite market, when its value decreased by -6.7% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, posted a buoyant increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

Dolomite Production in the U.S.

In value terms, dolomite production shrank to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 40% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Dolomite Exports

Exports from the U.S.

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of dolomite increased by 68% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dolomite exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a slight curtailment. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Japan (X tons), Canada (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the main destinations of dolomite exports from the United States, with a combined 88% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Japan (with a CAGR of +744.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for dolomite exported from the United States were Japan ($X), Canada ($X) and South Africa ($X), with a combined 88% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Japan, with a CAGR of +548.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

The average dolomite export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 40% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 60%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Namibia ($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 South Korea (+26.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Dolomite Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2021, approx. X tons of dolomite were imported into the United States; increasing by 4.1% on 2020 figures. In general, total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.8% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +57.3% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, dolomite imports reduced modestly to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 50%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Canada (X tons) was the main supplier of dolomite to the United States, accounting for a 98% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy (X tons), with a 1.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Canada amounted to +6.2%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of dolomite to the United States, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 9.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Canada totaled +4.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dolomite import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -4.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by 6.6% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Canada amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (-1.7%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dolomite in the world?

The country with the largest volume of dolomite consumption was China, comprising approx. 20% of total volume. Moreover, dolomite consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of dolomite in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of dolomite production, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, dolomite 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 Russia, with a 7.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of dolomite to the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of dolomite to the United States, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 14% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of dolomite from the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada remains the key foreign market for dolomite exports from the United States, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 14% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for dolomite in the U.S.?

In 2020, the average dolomite export price amounted to $113 per ton, growing by 53% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dolomite in the U.S.?

The average dolomite import price stood at $12 per ton in 2020, waning by -10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dolomite market in the U.S.. 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 08113030 - Dolomite, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs (excluding calcined or sintered dolomite, agglomerated dolomite and broken or crushed dolomite for concrete aggregates, road metalling or railway or other ballast)

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United States

Data coverage:

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