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Argentina: Optical Fiber Cables Market 2025

Optical Fiber Cables Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, overseas shipments of optical fiber cables increased by 45% to X tons, rising for the sixth year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports recorded a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 440%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, optical fiber cables exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a modest increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 198% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X tons) was the main destination for optical fiber cables exports from Argentina, accounting for a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Chile (X kg), with a 1.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Paraguay totaled +48.2%.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) remains the key foreign market for optical fiber cables exports from Argentina, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Chile ($X), with a 1.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Paraguay amounted to +40.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average optical fiber cables export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -6.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 276%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Chile totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Peru (+12.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Optical Fiber Cables Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, supplies from abroad of optical fiber cables increased by 51% to X tons, rising for the eighth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 101%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, optical fiber cables imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 79% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest optical fiber cables supplier to Argentina, with a 87% share of total imports. Moreover, optical fiber cables imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Spain (X tons), with a 4.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled +41.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (+21.9% per year) and Spain (+25.6% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of optical fiber cables to Argentina, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain ($X), with a 6.5% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with a 4.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +31.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+25.2% per year) and Brazil (+13.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average optical fiber cables import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -1.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 4.6% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+22.4%), 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 optical fiber cables in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Brazil, with a combined 28% share of global consumption. Mexico, Indonesia, Kuwait, Russia, the Philippines, Germany, Canada, Turkey, the UK and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

What are the largest producers of optical fiber cables in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of optical fiber cables production, accounting for 37% of total volume. Moreover, optical fiber cables production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 6.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of optical fiber cables to Argentina?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of optical fiber cables to Argentina, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 5.6% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of optical fiber cables from Argentina?

In value terms, Paraguay, Brazil and Peru appeared to be the largest markets for optical fiber cables exported from Argentina worldwide, together comprising 90% of total exports.

What is the average export price for optical fiber cables in Argentina?

The average optical fiber cables export price stood at $10,300 per ton in 2021, which is down by -21.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for optical fiber cables in Argentina?

The average optical fiber cables import price stood at $9,853 per ton in 2021, growing by 5.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the optical fiber cables 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 27311100 - Optical fibre cables made up of individually sheathed fibres whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors

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