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Argentina: Metal Bath Market 2025

Metal Bath Market Size in Argentina

The Argentinian metal bath market declined dramatically to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -15.1% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption recorded a abrupt decline. Metal bath consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Metal Bath Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2021, overseas shipments of baths of iron or steel increased by 69% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 242% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal bath exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 264%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Dominican Republic (X kg) was the main destination for metal bath exports from Argentina, accounting for a 38% share of total exports. Moreover, metal bath exports to the Dominican Republic exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Paraguay (X kg), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Uruguay (X kg), with a 5.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Dominican Republic totaled -7.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Paraguay (-3.5% per year) and Uruguay (-17.7% per year).

In value terms, the Dominican Republic ($X) remains the key foreign market for baths of iron or steel exports from Argentina, comprising 42% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bolivia ($X), with a 4.5% share of total exports. It was followed by Paraguay, with a 4.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Dominican Republic totaled -20.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bolivia (-31.5% per year) and Paraguay (-4.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average metal bath export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -16.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 154%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bolivia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Uruguay ($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 Bolivia (+27.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Metal Bath Imports

Imports into Argentina

For the fourth consecutive year, Argentina recorded decline in supplies from abroad of baths of iron or steel, which decreased by -28.4% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 95% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal bath imports reduced to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 97%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Portugal (X tons), China (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of metal bath imports to Argentina, together comprising 97% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of +10.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest metal bath suppliers to Argentina were Portugal ($X), China ($X) and Italy ($X), together accounting for 96% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Italy, with a CAGR of +11.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average metal bath import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 26% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Spain ($X per ton) and Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Portugal ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for baths of iron or steel in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal bath consumption, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, metal bath 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 India, with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of baths of iron or steel in the world?

China remains the largest metal bath producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, metal bath production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 9.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of baths of iron or steel to Argentina?

In value terms, Portugal constituted the largest supplier of metal bath to Argentina, comprising 67% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 22% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of baths of iron or steel from Argentina?

In value terms, the Dominican Republic emerged as the key foreign market for metal bath exports from Argentina, comprising 61% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Bolivia, with a 12% share.

What is the average export price for baths of iron or steel in Argentina?

In 2020, the average metal bath export price amounted to $10,891 per ton, rising by 46% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for baths of iron or steel in Argentina?

In 2020, the average metal bath import price amounted to $1,929 per ton, with an increase of 4.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal bath 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 25991127 - Baths of iron or steel

Country coverage:

Argentina

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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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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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
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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