In 2023, France led the European market for chalk and uncalcined dolomite production with a 45.4% share. Poland followed with 23.58%, with Italy and Hungary contributing 7.59% and 6.14%, respectively. Most countries experienced minor variations, like France's 3.04% growth. Notably, Croatia saw a 23.35% increase, while Spain decreased by 48.93%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years reveals steady growth across Europe, except in countries like Denmark and Germany, which experienced declines.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increasing production shares in Eastern European countries, driven by competitive pricing and technological advancements. Sustainability practices and regulations may also impact market dynamics significantly.
Top countries in Sold Production of Chalk and Uncalcined Dolomite Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 45.4 | 2023 | +9.34% | +3.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 23.58 | 2023 | +3.52% | +3.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 7.59 | 2023 | +10.01% | +6.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 6.14 | 2023 | +2.37% | -1.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 2.45 | 2023 | -5.57% | -5.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 2.19 | 2023 | -3.74% | -8.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1.13 | 2023 | +0.61% | +1.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 1.12 | 2023 | +4.03% | +4.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1.1 | 2023 | +4.25% | +23.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 0.62 | 2023 | +10.04% | +8.86% | View data |