Global Limestone Market Size & Outlook, 2023-2030

The limestone industry worldwide is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 126,754.1 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 7.4% is expected of the worldwide limestone industry from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$77,089.8
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$126,754.1
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
7.4%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global limestone market highlights

  • The global limestone market generated a revenue of USD 77,089.8 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 126,754.1 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2024 - 2030) of 7.4% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, construction accounted for a revenue of USD 62,090.5 million in 2023.
  • Chemical is the most lucrative application segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, Germany is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2030.


Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 77,089.8 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 126,754.1 million
Growth rate7.4% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentConstruction
Fastest growing segmentChemical
Historical data covered2018 - 2022
Base year for estimation2023
Forecast period covered2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationConstruction, Iron & Steel, Agricultural, Chemical, Other Applications


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 13.4% of the global limestone market in 2023.
  • By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, Germany is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 1,796.7 million by 2030.

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Global limestone market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to limestone market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Construction was the largest segment with a revenue share of 80.54% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global limestone market based on construction, iron & steel, agricultural, chemical, other applications covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


Limestone is widely consumed for manufacturing cement, construction aggregate, and building and infrastructure materials. Limestone is a principal raw material used to produce cement, which is further used in construction activities. It is a sought after material in restoration construction projects. Tiles made from limestone are widely used in interior and exterior walls & floorings, gardens, swimming pools, road surfaces, and pavements owing to their high aesthetic appeal. 


In addition, limestone is used as a filler in asphalt coating used in road construction. The expanding construction industry in Europe and North America is expected to be driven by the restoration of existing building & infrastructure projects while construction industry in Asia Pacific and the Middle East & Africa is expected to be driven by new construction projects owing to burgeoning population and rising urbanization.

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