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Chile: Plaster Market 2024

Plaster Market Size in Chile

The Chilean plaster market contracted to $X in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Plaster Production in Chile

In value terms, plaster production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 15%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Plaster Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2022, approx. X tons of plaster were exported from Chile; jumping by 116% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a sharp downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 7,091%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, plaster exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 3,820%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Peru (X tons) and Bolivia (X tons) were the main destinations of plaster exports from Chile.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Bolivia (with a CAGR of -4.5%).

In value terms, Bolivia ($X) remains the key foreign market for plaster exports from Chile, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Peru ($X), with a 27% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Bolivia totaled +15.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average plaster export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -20.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 320%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined notably in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bolivia (+20.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Plaster Imports

Imports into Chile

In 2022, approx. X tons of plaster were imported into Chile; therefore, remained relatively stable against 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 228%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

In value terms, plaster imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 166% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Argentina (X tons) constituted the largest plaster supplier to Chile, accounting for a 66% share of total imports. Moreover, plaster imports from Argentina exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Brazil (X tons), with an 8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Argentina totaled +24.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+42.1% per year) and Brazil (+101.6% per year).

In value terms, Argentina ($X), Brazil ($X) and Spain ($X) were the largest plaster suppliers to Chile, with a combined 81% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Brazil, with a CAGR of +93.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average plaster import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 22% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a modest increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 60%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for Peru ($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 (+2.3%), 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 plaster in the world?

China remains the largest plaster consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, plaster consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 5.5% share.

What are the largest producers of plaster in the world?

The country with the largest volume of plaster production was China, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, plaster production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of plaster to Chile?

In value terms, Argentina, Spain and Brazil appeared to be the largest plaster suppliers to Chile, together comprising 68% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of plaster from Chile?

In value terms, Bolivia remains the key foreign market for plaster exports from Chile, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Peru $289), with a 7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for plaster in Chile?

In 2021, the average plaster export price amounted to $251 per ton, picking up by 15% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for plaster in Chile?

In 2021, the average plaster import price amounted to $283 per ton, surging by 64% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plaster market in Chile. 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 23522000 - Plasters consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate (including for use in building, for use in dressing woven fabrics or surfacing paper, for use in dentistry)

Country coverage:

Chile

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Chile
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