The forecast for lime sold or used for construction in the US indicates a gradual decline from 1.32 million metric tons in 2024 to 1.19 million metric tons by 2028. This represents a yearly average decrease of about 2.6% over this period. As of 2023, the consumption stood at 1.35 million metric tons, showing a consistent downward trend.

Future trends to watch:

Potential advancements in construction technologies that might reduce lime dependency.
Fluctuations in construction activity due to economic changes.
Environmental regulations that could impact lime production and usage.