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Argentina: Surgical Glove Market 2024

Surgical Glove Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, shipments abroad of surgical gloves was finally on the rise to reach X kg for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, showed a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 980% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, surgical glove exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 599%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Colombia (X kg) was the main destination for surgical glove exports from Argentina, with a 94% share of total exports. Moreover, surgical glove exports to Colombia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Paraguay (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Colombia stood at -13.6%.

In value terms, Colombia ($X) remains the key foreign market for surgical gloves exports from Argentina, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Paraguay ($X), with an 11% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Colombia stood at -14.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average surgical glove export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 55%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 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 Paraguay ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Colombia stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Paraguay (+6.0%).

Surgical Glove Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, surgical glove imports into Argentina surged to X tons, jumping by 50% compared with the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 66% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, surgical glove imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded resilient growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and Japan (X tons) were the main suppliers of surgical glove imports to Argentina, with a combined 88% share of total imports. Austria, Thailand and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 12%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Thailand (with a CAGR of +25.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest surgical glove suppliers to Argentina were China ($X), Japan ($X) and Malaysia ($X), with a combined 88% share of total imports.

Japan, with a CAGR of +23.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average surgical glove import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 13% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, surgical glove import price increased by +67.1% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 35%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+10.9%), 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 surgical gloves in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of surgical glove consumption in 2020 were Malaysia, China and the UK, with a combined 45% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of surgical gloves in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of surgical glove production in 2020 were Malaysia, China and India, together comprising 72% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of surgical gloves to Argentina?

In value terms, Malaysia, China and Austria appeared to be the largest surgical glove suppliers to Argentina, together accounting for 97% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of surgical gloves from Argentina?

In value terms, Colombia remains the key foreign market for surgical glove exports from Argentina, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Paraguay, with a 29% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for surgical gloves in Argentina?

In 2020, the average surgical glove export price amounted to $16,833 per ton, picking up by 15% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for surgical gloves in Argentina?

The average surgical glove import price stood at $6,495 per ton in 2020, increasing by 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the surgical glove 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 22196000 - Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, m ittens and mitts), for all purposes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard 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

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
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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