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Argentina: Market for Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) 2025

Market Size for Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) in Argentina

The Argentinian market for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) amounted to $X in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Production of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) in Argentina

In value terms, production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) contracted modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a noticeable downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 17%. Production of peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel)

Exports from Argentina

In 2021, exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from Argentina reduced markedly to X tons, which is down by -83.6% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, exports saw a sharp decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 129%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) dropped markedly to $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a dramatic decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 108%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Nigeria (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main destinations of exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from Argentina, together comprising 65% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +15.5%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for iron or steel pipe and tube exported from Argentina were the United Arab Emirates ($X), Belgium ($X) and Nigeria ($X), with a combined 60% share of total exports.

Belgium, with a CAGR of +21.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 2021, the average export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Ecuador ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Venezuela ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ecuador (+37.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel)

Imports into Argentina

In 2021, purchases abroad of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) increased by 14% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 50%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a deep setback. Over the period under review, imports of attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and France (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) to Argentina, together comprising 58% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for France (with a CAGR of +24.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest iron or steel pipe and tube suppliers to Argentina were China ($X), Brazil ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 38% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, Uruguay, Mexico, Japan, Taiwan (Chinese), France and Chile, which together accounted for a further 32%.

France, with a CAGR of +4.5%, 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 a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 30% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the price for France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+7.8%), 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 tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of consumption of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel), accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) was China, accounting for 28% of total volume. Moreover, production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) to Argentina?

In value terms, the largest iron or steel pipe and tube suppliers to Argentina were China, the United States and Brazil, with a combined 45% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from Argentina?

In value terms, Uruguay emerged as the key foreign market for iron or steel pipe and tube exports from Argentina, comprising 38% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Bolivia, with a 6.7% share.

What is the average export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) in Argentina?

The average export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) stood at $1,215 per ton in 2021, dropping by -6.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) in Argentina?

In 2021, the average import price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) amounted to $2,841 per ton, falling by -3.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for iron or steel pipe and tube 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 24201110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, seamless, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24201150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24201210 - Casing, tubing and drill pipe, of a kind used in the drilling for oil or gas, seamless, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24201250 - Casing, tubing and drill pipe, of a kind used in the drilling for oil or gas, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24201310 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, seamless, of stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing, tubing and drill pipe used for oil or gas drilling)
Prodcom 24201330 - Precision tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, colddrawn or cold-rolled, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24201350 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, cold-drawn or coldrolled, s eamless, of steel other than stainless steel (excluding precision tubes and pipes)
Prodcom 24201370 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, hot-finished, s eamless, of steel other than stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing, tubing and drill-pipe used for oil or gas drilling)
Prodcom 24201400 - Tubes and pipes, of non-circular cross-section, seamless, a nd hollow profiles, seamless, of steel
Prodcom 24202110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
Prodcom 24202150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, other than longitudinally welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
Prodcom 24202200 - Casing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
Prodcom 24202300 - Tubes and pipes, welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing used for oil or gas drilling)
Prodcom 24202400 - Tubes and pipes, riveted or similarly closed, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel (excluding line pipe for oil and gas pipelines, casing used for oil or gas drilling and welded tubes and pipes)
Prodcom 24203110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally or spirally welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24203150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally or spirally welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203210 - Casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, w elded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24203250 - Casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, w elded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203310 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, and casing and tubing used for oil or gas drilling)
Prodcom 24203340 - Precision tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, welded, o f an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203370 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, hot- or coldformed and welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203410 - Tubes and pipes, of non-circular cross-section, hot- or coldformed and welded, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24203430 - Tubes and pipes, of square or rectangular cross-section, of a wall thickness . 2 mm, hotor cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203450 - Tubes and pipes, of square or rectangular cross-section, of a wall thickness > 2 mm, hot-or cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203470 - Tubes and pipes, of other non-circular cross-section than square or rectangular, hot- or cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203500 - Tubes and pipes, open seam, riveted or similarly closed, of steel (excluding line pipe for oil and gas pipelines, casing and tubing used for oil or gas drilling and other welded tubes and pipes)
Prodcom 24512000 - Tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of cast iron excluding tubes, p ipes, hollow profiles made into identifiable parts of articles, s uch as sections of central heating radiators and machinery parts

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