Masonry Cement Production And Stocks In The United States, By District

This table presents detailed data on masonry cement production and yearend stocks across various U.S. districts for the years 2022 and 2023. It includes the number of active plants, total production in thousand metric tons, and inventory levels at the end of each year. This information is critical for understanding regional manufacturing capacities, supply chain dynamics, and market trends within the construction materials sector. Masonry cement is a fundamental component in building and infrastructure projects, so tracking its production and stock levels helps stakeholders anticipate supply constraints or surpluses, influencing economic planning and industrial strategy.

Analyzing the data reveals that total masonry cement production in the United States decreased from 2,470 thousand metric tons in 2022 to 2,290 thousand metric tons in 2023, despite an increase in the number of active plants from 54 to 57. Notably, Florida, which had the highest production at 641 thousand metric tons in 2022, saw a decline to 600 thousand metric tons in 2023, while its yearend stocks rose significantly from 34 to 48 thousand metric tons. South Carolina experienced an increase in production from 187 to 202 thousand metric tons and a substantial jump in stocks from 17 to 90 thousand metric tons, indicating possible inventory buildup. Conversely, Pennsylvania and Indiana/Ohio districts both showed declines in production, with Pennsylvania dropping from 183 to 158 thousand metric tons and Indiana/Ohio from 167 to 145 thousand metric tons. Overall, while production dipped, the total yearend stocks across all districts increased markedly from 311 to 404 thousand metric tons, suggesting a shift toward higher inventory levels possibly in response to market uncertainties or anticipated demand fluctuations.