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Argentina: Base Metal Padlock Market 2025

Base Metal Padlock Market Size in Argentina

In 2022, the Argentinian base metal padlock market increased by 1.2% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, the total consumption indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +49.2% against 2020 indices. Base metal padlock consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Base Metal Padlock Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, the amount of base metal padlocks exported from Argentina skyrocketed to X kg, increasing by 209% compared with the year before. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, base metal padlock exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Uruguay (X kg) was the main destination for base metal padlock exports from Argentina, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Uruguay stood at -6.4%.

In value terms, Uruguay ($X) also remains the key foreign market for base metal padlocks exports from Argentina.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Uruguay totaled -11.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average base metal padlock export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 11% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 17%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Colombia amounted to -3.1% per year.

Base Metal Padlock Imports

Imports into Argentina

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of base metal padlocks decreased by -9.2% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +21.6% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 29%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, base metal padlock imports rose slightly to $X in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +54.5% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 51%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main supplier of base metal padlock to Argentina, with a 96% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand (X tons), with a 1.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +4.6%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of base metal padlocks to Argentina, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Thailand ($X), with a 15% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled +4.5%.

Import Prices by Country

The average base metal padlock import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 13% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 22%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for China totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (+14.8%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for base metal padlocks in the world?

China remains the largest base metal padlock consuming country worldwide, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, base metal padlock consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 5.6% share.

What are the largest producers of base metal padlocks in the world?

The country with the largest volume of base metal padlock production was China, comprising approx. 79% of total volume. Moreover, base metal padlock production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 2.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of base metal padlocks to Argentina?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of base metal padlock to Argentina.

What are the leading importers of base metal padlocks from Argentina?

In value terms, Uruguay remains the key foreign market for base metal padlock exports from Argentina.

What is the average export price for base metal padlocks in Argentina?

The average base metal padlock export price stood at $17,929 per ton in 2021, increasing by 16% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for base metal padlocks in Argentina?

The average base metal padlock import price stood at $5,172 per ton in 2021, rising by 4.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the base metal padlock 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 25721130 - Base metal padlocks

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