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

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Chalk Price in France - 2024

Contents:

  1. Chalk Price in France (FOB) - 2024
  2. Chalk Price in France (CIF) - 2022
  3. Chalk Exports in France
  4. Chalk Imports in France

Chalk Price in France (FOB) - 2024

In March 2024, the average chalk export price amounted to $95.5 per ton, rising by 4% against the previous month. Overall, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in April 2023 when the average export price increased by 7.8% against the previous month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $111 per ton. From May 2023 to March 2024, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($290 per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($76.0 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From March 2023 to March 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Indonesia (+12.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chalk Price in France (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average chalk import price amounted to $139 per ton, with a decrease of -3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, chalk import price increased by +32.5% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 64%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $175 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($209 per ton), while the price for Belgium ($123 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+19.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chalk Exports in France

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of chalks, when their volume decreased by -12.5% to 317K tons. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 21% against the previous year.

In value terms, chalk exports amounted to $28M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +12.4% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 28%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Export of Chalk in France (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Belgium3.34.77.29.944.2%
Germany10.010.010.78.8-4.2%
Netherlands0.90.91.72.132.6%
Luxembourg1.01.01.61.617.0%
Spain1.01.01.11.39.1%
Italy0.90.91.11.210.1%
Poland0.91.21.71.16.9%
Others1.81.52.22.26.9%
Total19.821.327.228.112.4%

Top Export Markets for Chalk from France in 2022:

  1. Belgium (114.0K tons)
  2. Germany (111.5K tons)
  3. Spain (23.8K tons)
  4. Netherlands (21.7K tons)
  5. Luxembourg (18.2K tons)
  6. Italy (5.2K tons)
  7. Poland (4.9K tons)

Chalk Imports in France

In 2022, approx. 101K tons of chalks were imported into France; growing by 23% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, total imports indicated noticeable growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports decreased by -19.4% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 39% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 125K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, chalk imports surged to $14M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Chalk in France (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Belgium7.75.66.79.46.9%
Netherlands0.23.33.32.7138.1%
Germany0.30.90.50.838.7%
Spain1.20.70.70.8-12.6%
United Kingdom0.12.2N/A0.10.0%
Norway2.5N/AN/AN/A0%
Others0.30.40.50.30.0%
Total12.413.111.814.04.1%

Top Suppliers of Chalk to France in 2022:

  1. Belgium (76.9K tons)
  2. Netherlands (13.2K tons)
  3. Spain (5.6K tons)
  4. Germany (3.8K tons)
  5. United Kingdom (0.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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  • Trade (exports and imports) in France
  • Export and import prices
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  • Key market players and their profiles

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

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    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
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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

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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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 Chalk Exports Hit $28 Million in 2023
Jun 7, 2024
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During the review period, Chalk exports peaked at 556K tons in 2013 but struggled to recover momentum from 2014 to 2023. In terms of value, chalk exports saw a slight decline to $28M in 2023.

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.

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.

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 Chalk Exports Hit $28 Million in 2023
Jun 7, 2024
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During the review period, Chalk exports peaked at 556K tons in 2013 but struggled to recover momentum from 2014 to 2023. In terms of value, chalk exports saw a slight decline to $28M in 2023.

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.

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