Report Update Nov 1, 2024

Argentina - Iron or Steel Skid Chain - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Argentina: Metal Skid Chain Market 2024

Metal Skid Chain Market Size in Argentina

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Argentinian metal skid chain market, when its value increased by 28% to $X. Overall, consumption recorded a perceptible increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Metal Skid Chain Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of iron or steel skid chain, when their volume decreased by -6% to X kg. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 76% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, metal skid chain exports fell slightly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 5.8% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Finland (X kg) was the main destination for metal skid chain exports from Argentina, accounting for a approx. 58% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Finland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Finland ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for iron or steel skid chain exports from Argentina.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Finland was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal skid chain export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 4.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 46%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Egypt amounted to -8.9% per year.

Metal Skid Chain Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2021, purchases abroad of iron or steel skid chain was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. In general, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 146% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal skid chain imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a slight expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 142% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of metal skid chain to Argentina, with a 53% share of total imports. Moreover, metal skid chain imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), fivefold. Chile (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +8.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+11.1% per year) and Chile (+14.1% per year).

In value terms, China ($X), Germany ($X) and Chile ($X) were the largest metal skid chain suppliers to Argentina, together accounting for 53% of total imports. Austria, Canada, Brazil, Turkey and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

Among the main suppliers, Canada, with a CAGR of +26.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average metal skid chain import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 16%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+2.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron or steel skid chain in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of metal skid chain consumption in 2021 were China, Russia and the United States, with a combined 54% share of global consumption.

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal skid chain production, accounting for 46% of total volume. Moreover, metal skid chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 6.1% share.

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

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of metal skid chain to Argentina, comprising 50% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 9.9% share of total imports. It was followed by Austria, with an 8.9% share.

What is the average export price for iron or steel skid chain in Argentina?

The average metal skid chain export price stood at $5,650 per ton in 2021, rising by 2.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel skid chain in Argentina?

In 2021, the average metal skid chain import price amounted to $2,531 per ton, with an increase of 8.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal skid chain 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 25931730 - Iron or steel skid chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, or other articles in which chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains - surveying chains

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

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023