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Ecuador: Thermoforming Machine Market 2025

Thermoforming Machine Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian thermoforming machine market fell notably to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -89.9% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption continues to indicate a precipitous curtailment. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Thermoforming Machine Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, overseas shipments of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics decreased by -34.6% to X units for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, saw prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 367% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X units in 2020, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, thermoforming machine exports fell significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 299%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2020, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

Colombia (X units) was the main destination for thermoforming machine exports from Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Colombia amounted to +14.6%.

In value terms, Colombia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Colombia amounted to +7.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average thermoforming machine export price amounted to $X per unit, with an increase of 8.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 38%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Colombia.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Colombia amounted to -7.1% per year.

Thermoforming Machine Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, the amount of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics imported into Ecuador reduced rapidly to X units, falling by -77.2% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 124% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X units in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, thermoforming machine imports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 151%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X units), China (X units) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X units) were the main suppliers of thermoforming machine imports to Ecuador, with a combined 83% share of total imports. Moreover, thermoforming machine imports in Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China, twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +16.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics to Ecuador, comprising 28% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), with a 3.1% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 2.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany amounted to -12.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Taiwan (Chinese) (-2.3% per year) and China (-31.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average thermoforming machine import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, surging by 157% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a deep slump. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+44.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics in the world?

Thailand constituted the country with the largest volume of thermoforming machine consumption, accounting for 19% of total volume. Moreover, thermoforming machine consumption in Thailand exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 7.9% share.

What are the largest producers of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Taiwan Chinese), China and South Korea, together accounting for 66% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics to Ecuador?

In value terms, Switzerland constituted the largest supplier of thermoforming machine to Ecuador, comprising 22% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Colombia, with a 7.4% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 1.5% share.

What are the leading importers of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics from Ecuador?

In value terms, Colombia remains the key foreign market for thermoforming machine exports from Ecuador, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Peru, with a 19% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics in Ecuador?

The average thermoforming machine export price stood at $3,839 per unit in 2021, waning by -37.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics in Ecuador?

In 2021, the average thermoforming machine import price amounted to $1,357 per unit, waning by -61.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the thermoforming machine market in Ecuador. 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 28961050 - Vacuum-moulding machines and other thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics or for manufacturing rubber or plastic products

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

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