In 2023, Turkey led pumice and pumicite production with 6.7 million metric tons, followed by Italy at 4.0 million metric tons. Greece, Chile, and Uganda trailed behind as smaller producers. Year-on-year data have shown modest growth in production volumes, particularly for Turkey and Italy, cementing their positions as leaders. Greece and Chile showed slight increases, whereas other countries maintained stable outputs. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicated a steady but slow overall growth in global production.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in production from emerging markets like Uganda and Ethiopia, technological advances enhancing extraction and processing efficiency, and fluctuations due to environmental regulations and demand shifts in construction and cosmetics industries. The competitive landscape may shift if smaller producers capitalize on export opportunities or develop stronger domestic markets.
Top countries in Top Pumice and Pumicite Producing Countries
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Turkey | 6,700 | 2017 | |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 4,000 | 2017 | |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 870 | 2017 | |
| 4 | 4 Chile | 800 | 2017 | |
| 5 | 5 Uganda | 740 | 2017 | |
| 6 | 6 Ethiopia | 600 | 2017 | |
| 7 | 7 Saudi Arabia | 480 | 2017 | |
| 8 | 8 United States | 380 | 2017 | |
| 9 | 9 Cameroon | 360 | 2017 | |
| 10 | 10 Algeria | 350 | 2017 |
