
Latin America and the Caribbean - Ferro-Cerium and Pyrophoric Alloys - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Ferro-Cerium And Pyrophoric Alloys in Latin America and the Caribbean
The Latin American ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys market declined to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -9.2% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.
Production of Ferro-Cerium And Pyrophoric Alloys in Latin America and the Caribbean
In value terms, ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +11.8% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the production volume increased by 35%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.
Exports of Ferro-Cerium And Pyrophoric Alloys
Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean
In 2021, shipments abroad of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt descent. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw slight growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
In 2021, Brazil (X tons), distantly followed by Guatemala (X tons), Argentina (X tons) and Colombia (X tons) were the key exporters of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys, together creating 97% of total exports.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Argentina (with a CAGR of +22.1%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.
In value terms, Brazil ($X) remains the largest ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Guatemala ($X), with an 8.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Colombia, with a 4.8% share.
In Brazil, ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys exports expanded at an average annual rate of +11.1% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Guatemala (+6.0% per year) and Colombia (-13.3% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2021, the export price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X per ton, surging by 10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 36% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while Argentina ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+17.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Ferro-Cerium And Pyrophoric Alloys
Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean
In 2021, overseas purchases of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys decreased by -4% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 32%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys imports contracted to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 6.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
In 2021, Chile (X tons), distantly followed by Brazil (X tons), the Dominican Republic (X tons) and Barbados (X tons) were the main importers of ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys, together committing 57% of total imports. Panama (X tons), El Salvador (X tons), Belize (X tons), Peru (X tons), Costa Rica (X tons), Jamaica (X tons), Suriname (X tons), Argentina (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) held a minor share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Suriname (with a CAGR of +34.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys importing markets in Latin America and the Caribbean were Brazil ($X), Chile ($X) and the Dominican Republic ($X), with a combined 56% share of total imports. Peru, Barbados, Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Panama, Suriname, Argentina, Jamaica and Belize lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.
Among the main importing countries, Suriname, with a CAGR of +34.6%, 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 import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -2.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the import price increased by 18% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while Belize ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru (+3.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for ferro-cerium and pyrophoric alloys in Latin America and the Caribbean. 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 32994210 - Ferro-cerium, pyrophoric alloys, articles of combustible materials, n.e.c.
Country coverage:
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- British Virgin Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
- French Guiana
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Jamaica
- Martinique
- Mexico
- Montserrat
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- United States Virgin Islands
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
- Puerto Rico
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Latin America and the Caribbean, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Latin America and the Caribbean
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- British Virgin Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
- French Guiana
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Jamaica
- Martinique
- Mexico
- Montserrat
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- United States Virgin Islands
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
- Puerto Rico
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption, by Country, 2022–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Consumption, by Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- Production Volume and Growth
- Exports and Growth
- Export Prices and Growth
- Market Size and Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports and Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, by Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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