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Argentina: Plastic Box Market 2025

Plastic Box Market Size in Argentina

The Argentinian plastic box market fell slightly to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -3.8% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Plastic Box Production in Argentina

In value terms, plastic box production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 27% against the previous year. Plastic box production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Plastic Box Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, overseas shipments of plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt decline. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, plastic box exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Mexico (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Uruguay (X tons) were the main destinations of plastic box exports from Argentina, together accounting for 75% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Mexico (with a CAGR of +130.6%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Mexico ($X), Chile ($X) and Uruguay ($X) constituted the largest markets for plastic box exported from Argentina worldwide, with a combined 72% share of total exports.

Mexico, with a CAGR of +84.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average plastic box export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 28% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Paraguay (+4.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Plastic Box Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, imports of plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles into Argentina reduced to X tons, falling by -6.1% on 2021 figures. In general, imports showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, plastic box imports rose markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Chile (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of plastic box imports to Argentina, with a combined 76% share of total imports. Germany, the United States, Sweden, Colombia, Turkey, the Netherlands, Mexico and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +80.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brazil ($X), Chile ($X) and the United States ($X) appeared to be the largest plastic box suppliers to Argentina, together accounting for 72% of total imports. China, Sweden, Germany, Thailand, Turkey, Colombia, Mexico and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +70.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average plastic box import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 18% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.2%. 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 the United States ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+11.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Russia and the United States, with a combined 42% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Russia and the United States, together accounting for 42% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles to Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil, Chile and Germany appeared to be the largest plastic box suppliers to Argentina, together comprising 71% of total imports. China, the United States, the Netherlands and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

What are the leading importers of plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles from Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil emerged as the key foreign market for plastic box exports from Argentina, comprising 55% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bolivia, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by Uruguay, with a 9.4% share.

What is the average export price for plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles in Argentina?

The average plastic box export price stood at $3,456 per ton in 2021, picking up by 14% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles in Argentina?

In 2021, the average plastic box import price amounted to $4,296 per ton, rising by 10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plastic box 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 22221300 - Plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods

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