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Argentina: Candles And Tapers Market 2025

Candles And Tapers Market Size in Argentina

In 2021, the Argentinian candles and tapers market decreased by -16.4% to $X, falling for the third year in a row after three years of growth. In general, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced reduction. Candles and tapers consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Candles And Tapers Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2021, exports of candles and tapers from Argentina contracted dramatically to X tons, which is down by -67.9% on 2020. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 44% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, candles and tapers exports declined notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 15%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Chile (X tons) was the main destination for candles and tapers exports from Argentina, with a 69% share of total exports. Moreover, candles and tapers exports to Chile exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Uruguay (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Chile totaled -3.9%.

In value terms, Chile ($X) and Uruguay ($X) constituted the largest markets for candles and tapers exported from Argentina worldwide.

Chile, with a CAGR of -3.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average candles and tapers export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -3.2% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.8%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 45%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uruguay ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Chile totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uruguay (+9.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Candles And Tapers Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2021, supplies from abroad of candles and tapers decreased by -25.7% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after three years of growth. In general, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 54%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, candles and tapers imports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 57%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest candles and tapers supplier to Argentina, with a 67% share of total imports. Moreover, candles and tapers imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Canada (X tons), threefold. Italy (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at -7.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Canada (-9.6% per year) and Italy (-20.9% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of candles and tapers to Argentina, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 3.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to -3.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Canada (+0.1% per year) and India (+49.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average candles and tapers import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 6.6% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.2%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 23%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+10.7%), 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 candles and tapers in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of candles and tapers consumption, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, candles and tapers consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.8% share.

What are the largest producers of candles and tapers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of candles and tapers production was China, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, candles and tapers production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of candles and tapers to Argentina?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of candles and tapers to Argentina, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Israel, with a 3.8% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 3.4% share.

What are the leading importers of candles and tapers from Argentina?

In value terms, the largest markets for candles and tapers exported from Argentina were Chile and Uruguay.

What is the average export price for candles and tapers in Argentina?

In 2020, the average candles and tapers export price amounted to $8,752 per ton, declining by -13.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for candles and tapers in Argentina?

The average candles and tapers import price stood at $3,628 per ton in 2020, growing by 23% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the candles and tapers 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 32995400 - Candles, tapers and the like (including night lights fitted with a float) (excluding anti-asthmatic candles, wax matches or vestas, sulphur-treated bands, wicks and candles)

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
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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