Calcium Carbonate Prices

Calcium Carbonate Prices September 2024

The calcium carbonate prices in the United States for Q3 2024 reached 645 USD/MT in September. The region faced a drop in prices initially due to excess production and subdued demand. However, the demand from food and pharmaceutical industries later pushed the prices up, compounded by higher raw material costs and concerns over logistics disruptions from a potential Longshoremen’s strike and Tropical Storm Francine. These dynamics contributed to a slightly softer end-of-quarter decline.

The price trend for calcium carbonate in China for Q3 2024 settled at 110 USD/MT in September. The market faced fluctuating prices, initially declining due to weak construction demand and high inventories. However, government-led infrastructure projects later spurred a recovery, pushing prices up. Adverse weather and maintenance shutdowns at production sites limited supply, reinforcing the positive price trend in the latter part of the quarter.

Calcium Carbonate Prices June 2024

The calcium carbonate prices in the United States for Q2 2024 reached 655 USD/MT in June. In Q2 2024, the U.S. calcium carbonate market observed mixed pricing, with April showing a slight decrease due to oversupply, while May and June witnessed slight price surges as seasonal demand shifted and supply chain issues emerged. The market balanced stable raw material costs with inflationary and transport challenges, reflecting mix supply-demand interplay throughout the quarter.

The price trend for calcium carbonate in China for Q2 2024 settled at 135 USD/MT in June. China’s calcium carbonate market in Q2 2024 exhibited a bearish trend, affected by a surge in inventories, oversupply, and slowed demand in sectors like construction. Seasonal declines added to reduced consumption, resulting in a quarterly drop. Ongoing challenges sustained this negative pricing environment, illustrating the persistent pressure on calcium carbonate prices within the country.

In Germany, the calcium carbonate prices for Q2 2024 reached 325 USD/MT in June. Germany’s calcium carbonate market saw notable price reductions in Q2 2024 due to surplus supply and slowed demand, particularly in construction. Seasonal trends and a cost-conscious economic environment pushed prices downward over the quarter, reflecting a continued negative trend due to excess supply and consistent production, even amid low raw material costs.

Calcium Carbonate Prices March 2024

The calcium carbonate prices in the United States for Q1 2024 reached 746 USD/MT in March. In Q1 2024, Calcium Carbonate prices in the USA initially surged due to supply chain limitations and demand from key industries. Although, seasonal changes and production adjustments in March led to a price decline. This fluctuation highlighted the challenges faced by suppliers in managing inventory effectively, especially under persistent supply chain disruptions.

The calcium carbonate price trend in China for the first quarter of 2024 settled at 123 USD/MT in March. Calcium carbonate prices in China displayed a downward trend throughout Q1 2024, heavily influenced by seasonal drop in consumption in the paper and construction sectors. Heightened product availability driven by overproduction facilitated price competition, with suppliers pressured to reduce stock. These factors, alongside economic constraints, reinforced a bearish market environment during the quarter.

In Belgium, the calcium carbonate prices for Q1 2024 reached 297 USD/MT in March. Belgium's Calcium Carbonate market in Q1 2024 saw an initial rise in prices, followed by a notable decline by the quarter's end. Economic challenges, reduced demand in construction, and excess supply pressured prices downward, resulting in a bearish pricing trend across the quarter.

Calcium Carbonate Prices December 2023

The calcium carbonate prices in the United States for Q4 2023 reached 722 USD/MT in December. The market witnessed stable conditions in the quarter, slightly influenced by increased spending by consumers and potential revisions in dietary guidelines, with possible impact on future market prices, particularly in the supplement sector.

The price trend for calcium carbonate in China for Q4 2023, reached 125 USD/MT in December. The market saw prices decline slightly due to adequate supply and potential geopolitical tensions affecting oil prices. Seasonal production adjustments and weather-related impacts on demand further contributed to price variations.

The price trend for calcium carbonate in Belgium for Q4 2023, reached 335 USD/MT in December. The market remained bullish despite broader European energy issues and geopolitical tensions. The stable supply and moderate market conditions were accompanied by a slight decline in prices, reflecting the overall regional market trends.

Regional Coverage

The report provides a detailed analysis of the calcium carbonate market across different regions, each with unique pricing dynamics influenced by localized market conditions, supply chain intricacies, and geopolitical factors. This includes price trends, price forecast and supply and demand trends for each region, along with spot prices by major ports. The report also provides coverage of ex-works, FOB, and CIF prices, as well as the key factors influencing the calcium carbonate price trend. 

Global Calcium Carbonate Price

The report offers a holistic view of the global calcium carbonate pricing trends in the form of calcium carbonate price charts, reflecting the worldwide interplay of supply-demand balances, international trade policies, and overarching economic factors that shape the market on a macro level. This comprehensive analysis not only highlights the current price but also provides insights into calcium carbonate historical price trends, enabling stakeholders to understand past fluctuations and their underlying causes.

The report also delves into calcium carbonate price forecast models, projecting future price movements based on a variety of indicators such as expected changes in supply chain dynamics, anticipated policy shifts, and emerging market trends. By examining these factors, the report equips industry participants with the necessary tools to make informed strategic decisions, manage risks, and capitalize on market opportunities. Furthermore, it includes a detailed calcium carbonate demand analysis, breaking down regional variations and identifying key drivers specific to each geographic market, thus offering a nuanced understanding of the global pricing landscape.

Europe Calcium Carbonate Price

Q3 2024:

During the third quarter of 2024, Europe’s market witnessed significant price declines, with Belgium in particular experiencing notable downward trends. Initially, the market showed stable prices because of high inventories prepared for summer projects, though demand was limited by holiday-related project delays and seasonal slowdowns. The anticipated slowdown of construction activities for 2024 also curbed the demand, and as local manufacturing capacities improved, the increased supply added to market surpluses, further pressuring prices downward. Prices continued to decline amid surplus inventories by the quarter's end. Despite some positive developments in residential permits, the EU faced challenges with construction volumes, contributing to a predominantly negative sentiment. Belgium reflected this trend, closing the quarter with bearish market conditions, as overall calcium carbonate demand remained subdued.

Q2 2024:

The calcium carbonate industry in Europe in Q2 2024 encountered a marked price decline due to excess product availability and weakened consumption across multiple industries. Seasonal construction lulls and the adoption of substitutes like fly ash pressured product demand, while surge in imports increased competition. Reduced feedstock prices allowed producers to adjust prices downward. Germany saw the most significant price shifts, reflecting the negative trend with a quarterly decrease. This consistent drop highlighted the surplus situation and subdued market conditions, maintaining a downward pricing pressure.

Q1 2024:

Calcium Carbonate prices in Europe saw a bearish trend in Q1 2024, driven by excess product availability and weakened consumption in the construction sector. The economic challenges dampened product demand, causing a surplus that exerted a bearish influence on prices. A stable natural gas price alleviated some production expenses but did not offset the price decline. Political crisis and trade challenges further disrupted market balance. Belgium’s market, for example, recorded a slight uptick in early quarter pricing, followed by declines, as observed in a nearly 4% decrease by quarter-end.

Q4 2023:

The market in the latter part of 2023 was shaped by a reduction in demand from the construction sector due to severe winter conditions, which contributed to a drop in prices. The market maintained a moderate supply with sufficient stock to meet the anticipated winter demand. Furthermore, pricing trends were influenced by OPEC's decision to cut crude oil supply and the ongoing conflict in West-Asia, affecting energy costs significantly. Belgium, in particular, maintained a robust market environment with steady supplies, though prices were impacted by the broader European energy concerns.

This analysis can be extended to include detailed calcium carbonate price information for a comprehensive list of countries.

North America Calcium Carbonate Price

Q3 2024:

During the third quarter of 2024, North America's calcium carbonate market exhibited a combined pricing trend. Initially, prices dropped because of excess manufacturing level, along with stable raw material costs, and reduced demand for calcium carbonate across multiple sectors, creating a generally adverse market environment. The United States experienced the utmost pronounced shifts, with factors including efficient production, seasonal demand, as well as balanced inventories intensifying the downward pressure. Rising limestone costs, and unexpected manufacturing setbacks, along with the potential impact of a looming Tropical Storm Francine and Longshoremen’s Association strike further heightened concerns about supply disruptions. By the end of the quarter, these pressures slightly moderated the adverse pricing sentiment, resulting in an overall softer decline.

Q2 2024:

The North American market for calcium carbonate showed mixed pricing trends in Q2 2024. April's price drop was driven by oversupply, stemming from heightened local output and imports from other nations, coupled with a seasonal slowdown in food production. By May, prices nudged, influenced by supply issues and facility maintenance, which restricted the market amid high consumption. The quarter reflected a complex interplay between supply, demand, and external pressures, including inflation and trade restrictions.

Q1 2024:

In Q1 2024, North America's calcium carbonate market saw notable price volatility influenced by both supply constraints and strong demand. Early in the quarter, supply chain issues led to an upward trend in prices, driven by limited stock availability and heightened needs in the pharmaceutical and food sectors. However, the start of the quarter brought a shift as seasonal adjustments and production increases caused a price dip. Aside from this, the trend was positive, underlining ongoing challenges and heightened focus on the importance of resilient inventory management strategies.

Q4 2023:

In the fourth quarter of 2023, the market in North America demonstrated a stable supply and market conditions, with no notable disruptions. Despite stable market conditions, there were influences such as rising energy costs and destocking activities that could potentially affect future pricing. Additionally, consumer spending in the hospitality and entertainment sectors, including restaurants and bars showed an uptick, despite the tight labor market in the US. Potential revisions to dietary guidelines by the US Department of Health and Services are also anticipated to influence the market, particularly within the dietary and supplement sectors.

Specific calcium carbonate historical data within the United States and Canada can also be provided.

Middle East and Africa Calcium Carbonate Price

The report explores the calcium carbonate pricing trends in the Middle East and Africa, considering factors like regional industrial growth, the availability of natural resources, and geopolitical tensions that uniquely influence market prices.

In addition to region-wise data, information on calcium carbonate prices for countries can also be provided.

Asia Pacific Calcium Carbonate Price

Q3 2024:

During the third quarter of 2024, the Asia Pacific calcium carbonate market experienced varied price fluctuations, especially in China. Initially, prices declined due to the reduced demand in China’s construction industry, particularly for industrial-grade calcium carbonate. This downturn followed seasonal factors, including post-monsoon weather, which slowed construction activities because of holiday interruptions and wet conditions. Manufacturers, who had stocked up in expectation of high requirement, were left with high inventory levels, intensifying the downward price trend. Steady raw material costs, especially for limestone, further enabled lower prices. Tightening supply conditions due to the shutdown of maintenance at manufacturing sites and bad weather added upward pressure. Overall, pricing sentiment in the APAC region was mixed, with China experiencing a significant turnaround as the quarter concluded.

Q2 2024:

The calcium carbonate sector in the Asia Pacific during Q2 2024, faced a downturn in prices driven by reduced demand across key end users, including paints, paper, and construction. Excess product availability prompted producers to lower costs to manage surplus stock and expanded manufacturer capacity added to the market oversupply. Seasonal slowdowns also affected consumption, while weaker export market dynamics exacerbated the regional surplus. China notably experienced bearish pricing, impacted by high inventory, excess inventory, and reduced consumption.

Q1 2024:

The Asia Pacific region witnessed a downward pricing trend for calcium carbonate in Q1 2024, predominantly shaped by excess supply and lower demand. Seasonal slowdowns in paper and construction industries, particularly in China, led to excess product availability and intensified price competition as suppliers sought to clear inventory levels. Government incentives further boosted production, adding to surplus supply pressures. Declining industrial output and a weak PMI highlighted this downward shift in prices. A gradual decrease was noted through the quarter, with Chinese markets showing prominent declines due to these compounded economic and seasonal effects.

Q4 2023:

The market was influenced by seasonal maintenance shutdowns at several production facilities, which led to temporary supply shortages. Despite this, the region saw a slight decline in calcium carbonate prices, mainly due to adequate supply levels and external geopolitical tensions potentially impacting crude oil prices. Price adjustments also reflected changes in demand, particularly with the looming concerns over increased freight rates due to climatic impacts on demand from the construction industry and potential hikes in oil prices.

This calcium carbonate price analysis can be expanded to include a comprehensive list of countries within the region.

Latin America Calcium Carbonate Price

The analysis of calcium carbonate prices in Latin America provides a detailed overview, reflecting the unique market dynamics in the region influenced by economic policies, industrial growth, and trade frameworks.

This comprehensive review can be extended to include specific countries within the region.

Calcium Carbonate Price Trend, Market Analysis, and News

IMARC’s newly published report, titled “Calcium Carbonate Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2024 Edition,” offers an in-depth analysis of calcium carbonate pricing, covering an analysis of global and regional market trends and the critical factors driving these price movements.

It encompasses an in-depth review of spot price of calcium carbonate at major ports, a breakdown of prices including Ex Works, FOB, and CIF, alongside a region-wise dissection of calcium carbonate price trend across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa.

The report examines the elements influencing calcium carbonate price fluctuations, such as changes in raw material costs, supply-demand dynamics, geopolitical factors, and industry-specific developments. Additionally, it integrates the latest market news, providing stakeholders with up-to-date information on market shifts, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, thereby offering a comprehensive overview that aids in strategic decision-making and forecasting.

Calcium Carbonate Market Analysis

The global calcium carbonate industry size reached US$ 47.5 Billion in 2023. By 2032, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 78 Billion, at a projected CAGR of 5.70% during 2023-2032.

• There is a rise in the demand for calcium carbonate in the paper industry as a filler and coating pigment. It has a high brightness and maintains the gloss and smoothness of the paper. Moreover, paper is widely employed for packaging purposes due to its lower environmental impact. As individuals and organizations are increasingly becoming aware about the risk associated with increased pollution, they are preferring eco-friendly packaging alternatives like paper, which, in turn, is driving the demand for materials like calcium carbonate.
• The calcium carbonate demand is further amplified by its utilization in the construction sector. It is added to concrete for enhancing its self-compacting qualities and durability. The rising focus on home renovation and remodeling among the masses is contributing to the market growth. Moreover, increasing number of residential and commercial spaces is catalyzing the demand for calcium carbonate in the concrete mix.
• Calcium carbonate is also gaining traction in the food sector as a food additive, curing agent, nutritional supplement, and alkaline agent. It is used to regulate the acidity or alkalinity of several food items, such as fruit juices, pastes, and preserves. Calcium carbonate is an effective bulking agent and thickener that benefits in increasing viscosity in a wide range of food applications. Additionally, there is a rise in the consumption of ready-to-eat (RTE) products like cereal bars and baked goods among individuals, which creating heightened demand for food additives like calcium carbonate.
• Advancements such as the development of nano-sized calcium carbonate particles are bolstering the market growth. It provides various opportunities for high-performance applications in coatings, plastics, and biomedical materials. Besides this, nanomaterials based on calcium carbonate offer exceptional characteristics, including biocompatibility, enhanced surface-to-volume ratio, durability, easy synthesis, and capacity for surface modification. These properties make them highly suitable for a wide array of applications in both industrial and biomedical fields.

Calcium Carbonate News

The report covers the latest developments, updates, and trends impacting the global calcium carbonate industry, providing stakeholders with timely and relevant information. This segment covers a wide array of news items, including the inauguration of new production facilities, advancements in calcium carbonate production technologies, strategic market expansions by key industry players, and significant mergers and acquisitions that impact the calcium carbonate price trend.

Latest developments in the calcium carbonate industry:

• In January 2023, Holcim, a provider of sustainable building solutions, acquired Nicem srl, a prominent producer of grounded calcium carbonate in Northern Italy. This acquisition aligns with Holcim's "Strategy 2025 – Accelerating Green Growth" by expanding its expertise in green formulation and providing a new source of alternative materials to decarbonize its ready-mix concrete products, such as ECOPact and ECOPlanet.
• In July 2024, the Saudi Water Authority initiated a project to produce high-purity calcium carbonate (97% purity) using cement factory by-products and desalination water discharge. The project is part of the Authority's "Zero Liquid Discharge" strategy to optimize wastewater use in desalination systems. The Authority aims to generate an added value of 1.5 billion riyals annually by 2030 through extracting valuable metals and salts from desalination backwater.

Product Description

Calcium carbonate is a chemical compound with the formula CaCO3. It occurs naturally in three mineral forms, such as calcite, aragonite, and vaterite. It is also produced commercially in two different grades, including ground calcium carbonate and precipitated calcium carbonate. It is used as a filler in concrete and benefits in enhancing durability and appearance in construction applications.

Calcium carbonate is an inorganic salt that is widely used as antacid. It is a basic compound that acts by neutralizing hydrochloric acid in gastric secretions. It can also be used as a nutritional supplement and for treating hypocalcemia.

In addition, calcium carbonate plays a vital role in the agriculture industry to neutralize soil acidity and to supply calcium for plants growth. It is essential for soil potential of hydrogen (pH) adjustment and improves root system performance.

Report Coverage

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s report presents a detailed analysis of calcium carbonate pricing, covering global and regional trends, spot prices at key ports, and a breakdown of Ex Works, FOB, and CIF prices.
• The study examines factors affecting calcium carbonate price trend, including raw material costs, supply-demand shifts, geopolitical impacts, and industry developments, offering insights for informed decision-making.
• The competitive landscape review equips stakeholders with crucial insights into the latest market news, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, ensuring a well-rounded, strategic overview for forecasting and planning.
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