France - Chalk And Dolomite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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France - Chalk And Dolomite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Chalk and Dolomite Price in France - 2023

Contents:

  1. Chalk and Dolomite Price in France (FOB) - 2022
  2. Chalk and Dolomite Price in France (CIF) - 2023
  3. Chalk and Dolomite Exports in France
  4. Chalk and Dolomite Imports in France

Chalk and Dolomite Price in France (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average chalk and dolomite export price amounted to $99 per ton, growing by 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, chalk and dolomite export price increased by +61.2% against 2020 indices. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($150 per ton), while the average price for exports to Cote d'Ivoire ($35 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 Luxembourg (+8.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chalk and Dolomite Price in France (CIF) - 2023

In June 2023, the average chalk and dolomite import price amounted to $117 per ton, rising by 9.3% against the previous month. In general, import price indicated noticeable growth from June 2022 to June 2023: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +2.5% over the last twelve-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on June 2023 figures, chalk and dolomite import price decreased by -14.3% against April 2023 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in September 2022 when the average import price increased by 52% m-o-m. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $137 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to June 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Spain ($197 per ton), while the price for Germany ($37.0 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chalk and Dolomite Exports in France

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of chalk and dolomite, when their volume decreased by -18.1% to 320K tons. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 22%.

In value terms, chalk and dolomite exports rose rapidly to $32M in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +15.1% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +52.5% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Export of Chalk and Dolomite in France (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany10.010.510.711.96.0%
Belgium3.34.47.28.034.3%
Netherlands0.90.91.71.928.3%
Poland0.90.91.71.928.3%
Luxembourg1.01.11.61.821.6%
Spain1.01.01.11.39.1%
Gabon0.30.30.50.626.0%
Cote d'Ivoire0.70.80.50.6-5.0%
Others2.82.83.63.911.7%
Total20.822.728.631.815.2%

Top Export Markets for Chalk and Dolomite from France in 2022:

  1. Belgium (119.0K tons)
  2. Germany (106.3K tons)
  3. Cote d'Ivoire (16.3K tons)
  4. Gabon (15.4K tons)
  5. Luxembourg (14.8K tons)
  6. Spain (12.8K tons)
  7. Netherlands (12.4K tons)
  8. Poland (5.7K tons)

Chalk and Dolomite Imports in France

In 2022, overseas purchases of chalk and dolomite were finally on the rise to reach 243K tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced downturn.

In value terms, chalk and dolomite imports surged to $23M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Chalk and Dolomite in France (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Belgium9.96.07.79.6-1.0%
Netherlands0.94.14.14.874.7%
Italy2.82.33.53.68.7%
Spain1.81.32.02.410.1%
Germany1.82.11.81.91.8%
United Kingdom0.12.50.10.9108.0%
Norway2.8N/AN/AN/A0%
Others0.10.10.10.10.0%
Total20.218.519.323.45.0%

Top Suppliers of Chalk and Dolomite to France in 2022:

  1. Belgium (112.0K tons)
  2. Germany (49.5K tons)
  3. Netherlands (27.7K tons)
  4. Spain (26.7K tons)
  5. Italy (22.4K tons)
  6. United Kingdom (4.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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  • 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)

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  • Per Capita consumption
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  • Trade (exports and imports) in France
  • Export and import prices
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    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

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  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

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    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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France's Dolomite Price Rises 6% to $109 per Ton
Jan 4, 2023
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In September 2022, the dolomite price amounted to $109 per ton (FOB, France), increasing by 5.9% against the previous month.

France Sees An Average of $28M in Chalk Exports for the Year 2023
May 3, 2024
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Chalk exports reached their peak at 556K tons in 2013, but have experienced a slight decline from 2014 to 2023. In terms of value, chalk exports dropped to $28M in 2023.

Chalk Price in France Grows Modestly to $109 per Ton
Dec 26, 2022
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In September 2022, the chalk price stood at $109 per ton (FOB, France), surging by 5.7% against the previous month.

Which Country Imports the Most Chalk and Dolomite in the World?
May 28, 2018
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In 2016, approx. X tons of dolomite were imported worldwide- falling by -X% against the previous year level. In general, dolomite imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. T...

Which Country Exports the Most Chalk and Dolomite in the World?
May 28, 2018
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In 2016, approx. X tons of dolomite were imported worldwide- falling by -X% against the previous year level. In general, dolomite imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. T...

Dolomite Market - France's Exports of Chalk and Dolomite Shrunk by 17% to $32M (in 2014, Yoy)
Jul 23, 2015
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France continued its dominance in the global chalk and dolomite trade. Still, 2014 was not a banner year for the French in this trade, exporting X thousand tons of chalk and dolomite totaling X million USD, a full X% under the previous year. Its

France's Dolomite Price Rises 6% to $109 per Ton
Jan 4, 2023
Eye 463

In September 2022, the dolomite price amounted to $109 per ton (FOB, France), increasing by 5.9% against the previous month.

France Sees An Average of $28M in Chalk Exports for the Year 2023
May 3, 2024
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Chalk exports reached their peak at 556K tons in 2013, but have experienced a slight decline from 2014 to 2023. In terms of value, chalk exports dropped to $28M in 2023.

Chalk Price in France Grows Modestly to $109 per Ton
Dec 26, 2022
Eye 359

In September 2022, the chalk price stood at $109 per ton (FOB, France), surging by 5.7% against the previous month.

Which Country Imports the Most Chalk and Dolomite in the World?
May 28, 2018
Eye 2089

In 2016, approx. X tons of dolomite were imported worldwide- falling by -X% against the previous year level. In general, dolomite imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. T...

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