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Argentina: Market for Natural Rubber And Gums 2025

Market Size for Natural Rubber And Gums in Argentina

In 2022, the Argentinian natural rubber and gum market increased by 33% to $X, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Natural rubber and gum consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Natural Rubber And Gums

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, shipments abroad of natural rubber and gums was finally on the rise to reach X kg for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, natural rubber and gum exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a sharp downturn. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X kg) was the main destination for natural rubber and gum exports from Argentina, accounting for a 99% share of total exports. It was followed by Chile (X kg), with a 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Paraguay stood at -14.1%.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) remains the key foreign market for natural rubber and gums exports from Argentina, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Chile ($X), with a 1.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Paraguay stood at -16.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average natural rubber and gum export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -3.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 7.1% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Paraguay amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Chile (+16.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Natural Rubber And Gums

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, the amount of natural rubber and gums imported into Argentina surged to X tons, jumping by 32% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% 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 +89.6% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 33%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, natural rubber and gum imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a slight contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 94%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Thailand (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and Guatemala (X tons) were the main suppliers of natural rubber and gum imports to Argentina, together comprising 92% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Malaysia (with a CAGR of +6.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Thailand ($X), Malaysia ($X) and Vietnam ($X) appeared to be the largest natural rubber and gum suppliers to Argentina, with a combined 93% share of total imports.

Malaysia, with a CAGR of +5.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average natural rubber and gum import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were Malaysia ($X per ton) and Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for Guatemala ($X per ton) and Vietnam ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (-1.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for natural rubber and gums in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of natural rubber and gum consumption in 2021 were Thailand, Indonesia and China, together comprising 56% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Vietnam, India, Malaysia and Cote d'Ivoire, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of natural rubber and gums in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of natural rubber and gum production in 2021 were Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam, together comprising 63% of global production. India, Cote d'Ivoire, China, Malaysia and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of natural rubber and gums to Argentina?

In value terms, Thailand constituted the largest supplier of natural rubber and gum to Argentina, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 6.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Guatemala, with a 6.5% share.

What are the leading importers of natural rubber and gums from Argentina?

In value terms, Paraguay remains the key foreign market for natural rubber and gum exports from Argentina.

What is the average export price for natural rubber and gums in Argentina?

The average natural rubber and gum export price stood at $2,016 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -3.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural rubber and gums in Argentina?

In 2021, the average natural rubber and gum import price amounted to $1,358 per ton, shrinking by -3.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for natural rubber and gum 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:

FCL 836 - Natural rubber

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024