Slaked lime trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in slaked lime was worth $262.0 million in 2024, about 1.24 million tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017, and up 3% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $262.0M | 1.24M t |
| 2023 | $254.6M | 1.21M t |
| 2022 | $260.6M | 1.52M t |
| 2021 | $228.5M | 1.35M t |
| 2020 | $195.8M | 1.23M t |
| 2019 | $204.8M | 1.43M t |
| 2018 | $214.1M | 1.31M t |
| 2017 | $205.8M | 1.27M t |
Top slaked lime exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (9%), the United Kingdom (8%) and Spain (6%). 104 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 23%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $24.4M | 9.3% |
| United Kingdom | $21.1M | 8.1% |
| Spain | $14.7M | 5.6% |
| Belgium | $14.6M | 5.6% |
| Vietnam | $14.2M | 5.4% |
| Mexico | $12.0M | 4.6% |
| Malaysia | $12.0M | 4.6% |
| France | $11.6M | 4.4% |
| China | $11.6M | 4.4% |
| Guatemala | $7.7M | 2.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7.1M | 2.7% |
| Zambia | $6.9M | 2.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
France is the biggest buyer with 10% of world imports, ahead of the United States and the Philippines. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 26% across 173 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $26.3M | 10% |
| United States | $22.9M | 8.8% |
| Philippines | $18.8M | 7.2% |
| Netherlands | $15.9M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $11.7M | 4.5% |
| Singapore | $7.7M | 2.9% |
| Poland | $6.9M | 2.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $6.2M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $6.0M | 2.3% |
| India | $6.0M | 2.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $5.9M | 2.2% |
| Kuwait | $4.7M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $0.34 per kg and Spain $0.17 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2522.20: Slaked lime: excluding calcium oxide and hydroxide of heading no. 2825. HS 2522 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most slaked lime?
Germany exported $24.4 million in 2024, 9% of the world total, followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and Spain (6%). In all, 104 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most slaked lime?
France imported $26.3 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of the United States (9%) and the Philippines (7%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in slaked lime?
It was worth $262.0 million in 2024, about 1.24 million tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 104 countries reported exports and 173 reported imports.
What is the average price of slaked lime per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $0.34 per kg and Spain $0.17 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for slaked lime?
The HS code for slaked lime is subheading 2522.20, in chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2522 page.
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