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Argentina: Cork Article Market 2025

Cork Article Market Size in Argentina

In 2021, the Argentinian cork article market increased by 19% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after five years of decline. Overall, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Cork article consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cork Article Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2021, shipments abroad of cork articles decreased by -73.7% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports continue to indicate a sharp setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 16%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cork article exports fell sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a dramatic contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 13%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Italy (X tons) and the United States (X kg) were the main destinations of cork article exports from Argentina, together comprising 86% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +40.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for cork article exported from Argentina were Italy ($X), Brazil ($X) and Ecuador ($X), together comprising 86% of total exports. These countries were followed by the United States, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, Portugal and Paraguay, which together accounted for a further 12%.

Among the main countries of destination, the United States, with a CAGR of +27.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average cork article export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 14% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 41%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Ecuador ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Paraguay ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Peru (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Cork Article Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2021, overseas purchases of cork articles increased by 9.7% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a mild setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 21% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cork article imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), Portugal (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of cork article imports to Argentina, together comprising 91% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +4.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest cork article suppliers to Argentina were Spain ($X), Portugal ($X) and Italy ($X), together accounting for 82% of total imports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +5.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average cork article import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 8.9% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 21%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+0.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for articles of natural cork and agglomerated cork in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of natural cork consumption in 2020 were Egypt, China and the United States, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. Russia, Brazil, Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Mexico, France, Nigeria and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 20%.

What are the largest producers of articles of natural cork and agglomerated cork in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of natural cork production in 2020 were Egypt, China and Portugal, together comprising 42% of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Russia, Brazil, Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Mexico and Nigeria, which together accounted for a further 22%.

What are the leading suppliers of articles of natural cork and agglomerated cork to Argentina?

In value terms, Spain, Portugal and Italy were the largest natural cork suppliers to Argentina, together comprising 97% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of articles of natural cork and agglomerated cork from Argentina?

In value terms, the largest markets for natural cork exported from Argentina were Brazil and Italy.

What is the average export price for articles of natural cork and agglomerated cork in Argentina?

In 2020, the average natural cork export price amounted to $17,461 per ton, picking up by 45% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for articles of natural cork and agglomerated cork in Argentina?

In 2020, the average natural cork import price amounted to $17,016 per ton, increasing by 3.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cork article market in Argentina. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 16292250 - Corks and stoppers of natural cork
Prodcom 16292290 - Articles of natural cork, others
Prodcom 16292320 - Corks and stoppers, of agglomerated cork, for sparkling wine v.q.p.r.d. (including those with discs of natural cork)
Prodcom 16292350 - Corks and stoppers, of agglomerated cork, for wine (excluding for sparkling wine v.q.p.r.d.)
Prodcom 16292380 - Agglomerated cork - blocks, plates, sheets and strip, tiles of any shape, solid cylinders or discs including agglomerated expanded cork or burnt cork (excluding corks and stoppers)
Prodcom 16292400 - Agglomerated cork, other articles of agglomerated cork, n.e.c.

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024