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Calcium

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Overview

Calcium, classified under HS Code 2805.12, refers to calcium in its elemental form or as compounds used in various industrial applications. It is primarily utilized in metallurgy as a reducing agent, in the production of alloys, and in the manufacturing of cement and other chemicals. Calcium compounds are also critical in agriculture (as fertilizers) and in the food industry (as additives). Global trade in calcium and its derivatives is influenced by industrial demand, raw material availability, and regional production capacities.

Total Trade Volume

USD 1.2 billion

Data from 2022

Source

United Nations Comtrade Database

Tariff Analysis

Average Rate

5.2%

Highest Rate

12% (imposed by certain developing nations to protect domestic industries)

Lowest Rate

0% (under free trade agreements like EU internal trade or USMCA)

Common Restrictions

  • Import quotas in some countries to protect local mining industries
  • Environmental regulations on calcium compound processing
  • Safety standards for handling and transportation due to reactivity of elemental calcium

Market Trends

Rising demand for calcium in renewable energy applications

Increased trade volume due to use in battery technologies and energy storage systems

2021-2022

Shift towards sustainable mining practices

Higher production costs but improved market access in environmentally conscious regions like the EU

2020-2022

Growth in agricultural sector demand

Boost in calcium carbonate trade for fertilizers, especially in Asia-Pacific

2019-2022

Recent Developments

China's Export Restrictions on Calcium Compounds

China introduced tighter export controls on calcium compounds to prioritize domestic supply for its growing industrial sector.

March 2023

Potential price increases globally and supply chain disruptions for importing countries like the US and India.

EU Green Deal Impact on Calcium Trade

The European Union's Green Deal policies have imposed stricter environmental standards on calcium mining and processing, affecting imports.

January 2023

Increased costs for non-compliant exporters but opportunities for sustainable producers.

US Infrastructure Bill Boosts Calcium Demand

The US Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has spurred demand for calcium in cement and steel production for construction projects.

November 2021

Significant rise in imports from Canada and Mexico under favorable USMCA terms.