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Argentina: Polymethyl Methacrylate Market 2024

Polymethyl Methacrylate Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, approx. X tons of polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms were exported from Argentina; with a decrease of -43.9% against 2021. Overall, exports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 705% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polymethyl methacrylate exports shrank remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 899% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Egypt (X tons) was the main destination for polymethyl methacrylate exports from Argentina, with a 56% share of total exports. Moreover, polymethyl methacrylate exports to Egypt exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Peru (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Israel (X tons), with a 7.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Egypt amounted to +1.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Peru (-3.8% per year) and Israel (+19.2% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms exports from Argentina, comprising 51% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Egypt ($X), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Peru, with an 8.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled +12.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Egypt (-5.4% per year) and Peru (-7.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average polymethyl methacrylate export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 24% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, 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 the Czech Republic ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Egypt ($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 the United States (+33.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polymethyl Methacrylate Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, purchases abroad of polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms increased by 6.5% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 41%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polymethyl methacrylate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a temperate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 46%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest polymethyl methacrylate supplier to Argentina, with a 56% share of total imports. Moreover, polymethyl methacrylate imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), fourfold. Singapore (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil stood at +5.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Taiwan (Chinese) (+5.4% per year) and Singapore (+23.4% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms to Argentina, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Singapore, with an 8.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil totaled +8.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Taiwan (Chinese) (+5.1% per year) and Singapore (+29.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average polymethyl methacrylate import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 28% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. 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 ($X per ton), while the price for Malaysia ($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 (+17.5%), 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 polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of polymethyl methacrylate consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 41% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Japan, Germany, Brazil, Russia, Indonesia, Taiwan Chinese), Saudi Arabia, the UK and Italy, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the largest producers of polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of polymethyl methacrylate production in 2021 were the United States, China and South Korea, with a combined 32% share of global production. These countries were followed by India, Japan, Germany, Brazil, Russia, Indonesia, Singapore, Italy, the UK and Saudi Arabia, which together accounted for a further 42%.

What are the leading suppliers of polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms to Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of polymethyl methacrylate to Argentina, comprising 43% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Singapore, with an 11% share.

What are the leading importers of polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms from Argentina?

In value terms, the largest markets for polymethyl methacrylate exported from Argentina were Peru, Egypt and Paraguay, together comprising 56% of total exports. These countries were followed by Ecuador, Brazil, Uruguay and the Czech Republic, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What is the average export price for polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms in Argentina?

In 2021, the average polymethyl methacrylate export price amounted to $6,771 per ton, growing by 7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms in Argentina?

The average polymethyl methacrylate import price stood at $3,620 per ton in 2021, growing by 4.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polymethyl methacrylate 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 20165350 - Polymethyl methacrylate, in primary forms

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Argentina

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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 2012–2023
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
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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