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Argentina: Automotive Lighting Market 2025

Automotive Lighting Market Size in Argentina

The Argentinian automotive lighting market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Automotive lighting consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Automotive Lighting Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2021, shipments abroad of automotive lighting increased by 30% to X units for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. The exports peaked at X units in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, automotive lighting exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, faced a abrupt slump. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X units) was the main destination for automotive lighting exports from Argentina, accounting for a 74% share of total exports. Moreover, automotive lighting exports to Brazil exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Uruguay (X units), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Paraguay (X units), with a 5.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Brazil stood at -1.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Uruguay (-7.7% per year) and Paraguay (-5.1% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) remains the key foreign market for automotive lighting exports from Argentina, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uruguay ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Chile, with a 2.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Brazil stood at -10.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Uruguay (-8.0% per year) and Chile (-17.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average automotive lighting export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, dropping by -4.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 30% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Paraguay ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bolivia (+3.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Automotive Lighting Imports

Imports into Argentina

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of automotive lighting increased by 48% to X units in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a noticeable reduction. Imports peaked at X units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, automotive lighting imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X units), Thailand (X units) and China (X units) were the main suppliers of automotive lighting imports to Argentina, with a combined 51% share of total imports. Romania, Mexico, France, Germany, the United States, Spain, South Korea, Japan, Poland and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +42.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of automotive lighting to Argentina, comprising 38% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Thailand ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 9.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil totaled -4.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+7.5% per year) and Mexico (+27.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average automotive lighting import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, with an increase of 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, automotive lighting import price increased by +56.9% against 2016 indices. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+18.6%), 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 automotive lighting in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of automotive lighting consumption in 2021 were South Africa, China and the United States, with a combined 56% share of global consumption. India, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, Germany, Canada, Italy and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

What are the largest producers of automotive lighting in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of automotive lighting production, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, automotive lighting production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of automotive lighting to Argentina?

In value terms, Thailand, Brazil and China constituted the largest automotive lighting suppliers to Argentina, together comprising 78% of total imports. South Korea, Taiwan Chinese), Italy, France, the United States, Slovenia, Poland and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

What are the leading importers of automotive lighting from Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil remains the key foreign market for automotive lighting exports from Argentina, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uruguay, with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by Chile, with a 3.4% share.

What is the average export price for automotive lighting in Argentina?

The average automotive lighting export price stood at $7.4 per unit in 2021, rising by 7.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for automotive lighting in Argentina?

The average automotive lighting import price stood at $9.3 per unit in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the automotive lighting 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 27403910 - Electrical lighting or visual signalling equipment for motor vehicles (excluding electric filament or discharge lamps, s ealed beam lamp units, ultraviolet, infrared and arc lamps)

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