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Latin America and the Caribbean: Market for Scissors and Tailor Shears 2025

Market Size for Scissors and Tailor Shears in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2021, after five years of decline, there was significant growth in the Latin American scissors and tailor shears market, when its value increased by 26% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Scissors and Tailor Shears in Latin America and the Caribbean

In value terms, scissors and tailor shears production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 22%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Scissors and Tailor Shears

Exports by Country

Brazil (X units) and Colombia (X units) represented roughly 62% of total exports in 2021. Panama (X units) took the next position in the ranking, distantly followed by Mexico (X units). All these countries together took approx. 19% share of total exports. The following exporters - Peru (X units), Guatemala (X units) and Chile (X units) - each amounted to an 11% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Peru (with a CAGR of +17.5%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

In value terms, the largest scissors and tailor shears supplying countries in Latin America and the Caribbean were Brazil ($X), Colombia ($X) and Mexico ($X), with a combined 81% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Chile, Panama, Peru and Guatemala, which together accounted for a further 13%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Peru, with a CAGR of +18.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

Imports of Scissors and Tailor Shears

Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2021, purchases abroad of scissors and tailor shears was finally on the rise to reach X units after three years of decline. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X units in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, scissors and tailor shears imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X units), distantly followed by Peru (X units), Chile (X units), Colombia (X units), Bolivia (X units), Mexico (X units), Argentina (X units) and Guatemala (X units) represented the major importers of scissors and tailor shears, together making up 79% of total imports. Ecuador (X units), Guyana (X units), El Salvador (X units), Venezuela (X units) and Honduras (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into Brazil decreased at an average annual rate of -2.3% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Guyana (+27.9%), Bolivia (+12.8%), Chile (+10.5%), Peru (+6.1%), Argentina (+3.7%), El Salvador (+3.2%), Honduras (+2.0%) and Guatemala (+1.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Guyana emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +27.9% from 2012-2021. Ecuador and Colombia experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Mexico (-4.8%) and Venezuela (-12.9%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Chile (+6.1 p.p.), Bolivia (+5.6 p.p.), Peru (+4.4 p.p.), Guyana (+2 p.p.) and Argentina (+1.9 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Mexico (-4.1 p.p.), Venezuela (-4.7 p.p.) and Brazil (-4.8 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest scissors and tailor shears importing markets in Latin America and the Caribbean were Mexico ($X), Brazil ($X) and Chile ($X), with a combined 57% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Argentina, Peru, Colombia, Guatemala, Ecuador, Venezuela, Bolivia, El Salvador, Honduras and Guyana, which together accounted for a further 33%.

Guyana, with a CAGR of +32.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries 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 unit in 2021, picking up by 2.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 9.3%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2016 to 2021, the 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 ($X per unit), while Bolivia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+4.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Brazil, Mexico and Colombia, with a combined 68% share of total consumption. Peru, Chile, Argentina, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Panama, Bolivia and Ecuador lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.
The country with the largest volume of scissors and tailor shears production was Brazil, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, scissors and tailor shears production in Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mexico, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Colombia, with an 8.2% share.
In value terms, the largest scissors and tailor shears supplying countries in Latin America and the Caribbean were Brazil, Panama and Colombia, together accounting for 77% of total exports. Mexico, Peru and Guatemala lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 14%.
In value terms, Mexico, Brazil and Chile were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 60% share of total imports. Argentina, Peru, Colombia, Guatemala, Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Guyana lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 33%.
The export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $13,374 per ton in 2021, waning by -2.4% against the previous year.
The import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $6,934 per ton in 2021, rising by 5.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for scissors and tailor shears 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 25711190 - Scissors, tailors

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 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. 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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 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

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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