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Argentina: Asbestos Market 2022

Asbestos Market Size in Argentina

The Argentinian asbestos market reduced to $X in 2020, declining by -X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption faced a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 with an increase of X% y-o-y. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. from 2011 to 2020, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Production in Argentina

In value terms, asbestos production dropped to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. In general, production saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 with an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. from 2011 to 2020, production growth failed to regain the momentum.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2020, asbestos exports from Argentina was estimated at X kg, approximately equating the year before. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at X kg in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, asbestos exports stood at $X in 2020. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Chile (X kg) was the main destination for asbestos exports from Argentina, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2010, the average annual growth rate of volume to Chile was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2010, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Chile was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2010, the average asbestos export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average export prices attained the maximum in 2010 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Chile.

From 2007 to 2010, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chile amounted to X% per year.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Argentina

Asbestos imports into Argentina amounted to X kg in 2020, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, imports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, asbestos imports stood at $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2012, Brazil (X tons) was the main supplier of asbestos to Argentina, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2012, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil stood at +X%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Argentina.

From 2007 to 2012, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil totaled +X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average asbestos import price stood at $X per ton in 2012, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price posted significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked in 2012 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Brazil.

From 2007 to 2012, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to +X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for asbestos in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Russia, with a combined 56% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Maldives, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the world?

The country with the largest volume of asbestos production was Russia, accounting for 55% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of asbestos to Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Argentina.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asbestos 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 2025.

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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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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