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United Arab Emirates: Dolomite Market 2024

Dolomite Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

The dolomite market in the United Arab Emirates contracted notably to $X in 2021, waning by -53.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. Dolomite consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Dolomite Production in the United Arab Emirates

In value terms, dolomite production contracted modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a notable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 118%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Dolomite Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, approx. X tons of chalk and dolomite were exported from the United Arab Emirates; jumping by 32% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 194% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, dolomite exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 192%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for dolomite exports from the United Arab Emirates, with a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to India amounted to +12.3%.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the key foreign market for chalk and dolomite exports from the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to India totaled +16.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dolomite export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price increased by 39% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for India.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +3.9% per year.

Dolomite Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

Dolomite imports into the United Arab Emirates surged to X tons in 2021, jumping by 55% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports continue to indicate a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 359% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dolomite imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed noticeable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 220% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest dolomite supplier to the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a 54% share of total imports. Moreover, dolomite imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), twofold. India (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey totaled +21.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+27.1% per year) and India (-1.8% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chalk and dolomite to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Turkey amounted to +28.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+24.2% per year) and India (+1.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average dolomite import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -23% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 64%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (+14.9%), 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 chalk and dolomite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dolomite consumption in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Brazil, Nigeria, India, Mexico, Poland, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Hungary, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of chalk and dolomite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dolomite production in 2021 were Peru, China and Russia, together comprising 44% of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Brazil, Nigeria, Mexico, Poland, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Hungary, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of chalk and dolomite to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, the largest dolomite suppliers to the United Arab Emirates were Spain, Italy and Turkey, together comprising 84% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chalk and dolomite from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for dolomite exports from the United Arab Emirates.

What is the average export price for chalk and dolomite in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average dolomite export price amounted to $19 per ton, with an increase of 2.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chalk and dolomite in the United Arab Emirates?

The average dolomite import price stood at $114 per ton in 2021, waning by -23.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dolomite market in the United Arab Emirates. 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 08113010 - Chalk
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)

Country coverage:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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