In 2023, Spain led the European chalk and dolomite consumption with a significant share, followed by Lithuania and Latvia. Noteworthy year-over-year increases were seen in Spain (8.96%), Lithuania (7.29%), and Latvia (9.32%), while countries like Belgium (-2.46%) and Italy (-7.21%) experienced declines. The five-year CAGR indicates stable growth for Germany and moderate growth for Spain and Lithuania, with fluctuations evident across several other nations.
Future trends to watch include environmental regulations potentially impacting production, as well as demand surge from construction and industrial sectors. Increasing emphasis on sustainability may shift consumption patterns within Europe.
Top countries in Chalk and Dolomite Domestic Material Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 20.9 | 2023 | +9.43% | +8.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Lithuania | 13.18 | 2023 | +3.84% | +7.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Latvia | 11.61 | 2023 | +2.15% | +9.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 6.92 | 2023 | -2.87% | -2.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 6.64 | 2023 | -0.072% | -0.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 5.94 | 2023 | +1.18% | +6.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.87 | 2023 | +4.82% | -0.072% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 5.14 | 2023 | +1.03% | -2.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 4.81 | 2023 | -1.3% | +1.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 2.97 | 2023 | +3.06% | +4.32% | View data |
