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Latin America and the Caribbean: Vehicle Windscreen Wiper Market 2025

Vehicle Windscreen Wiper Market Size in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was decline in the Latin American vehicle windscreen wiper market, when its value decreased by -0.7% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible shrinkage. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Vehicle Windscreen Wiper Production in Latin America and the Caribbean

In value terms, vehicle windscreen wiper production reduced modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 34%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Vehicle Windscreen Wiper Exports

Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean

For the ninth year in a row, LatAmerica and the Caribbean recorded decline in shipments abroad of windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motorcycles or motor vehicles, which decreased by -0.2% to X units in 2021. In general, exports showed a sharp reduction. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, vehicle windscreen wiper exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a pronounced slump. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Mexico dominates exports structure, recording X units, which was near 89% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Brazil (X units), comprising a 9.9% share of total exports.

Exports from Mexico decreased at an average annual rate of -26.8% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Brazil (+2.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Brazil emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +2.8% from 2012-2021. While the share of Brazil (+9.4 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of Mexico (-9.6 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Mexico ($X) remains the largest vehicle windscreen wiper supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil ($X), with a 6.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Mexico totaled -3.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per unit in 2021, with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the export price increased by 55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per unit), while Brazil amounted to $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+31.2%).

Vehicle Windscreen Wiper Imports

Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in supplies from abroad of windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motorcycles or motor vehicles, when their volume increased by 70% to X units. Total imports indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The volume of import peaked at X units in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, vehicle windscreen wiper imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a pronounced slump. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Brazil represented the key importer of windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motorcycles or motor vehicles in Latin America and the Caribbean, with the volume of imports amounting to X units, which was near 42% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Mexico (X units), Chile (X units) and Argentina (X units), together committing a 38% share of total imports. Cayman Islands (X units), Peru (X units), the Dominican Republic (X units) and Guatemala (X units) held a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Cayman Islands (with a CAGR of +100.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest vehicle windscreen wiper importing markets in Latin America and the Caribbean were Mexico ($X), Argentina ($X) and Brazil ($X), together comprising 81% of total imports. Chile, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Peru and Cayman Islands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 9%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Cayman Islands, with a CAGR of +92.4%, 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

In 2021, the import price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X per unit, waning by -24.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per unit), while Cayman Islands ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina (-2.1%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of vehicle windscreen wiper consumption in 2021 were Brazil, Mexico and Argentina, together accounting for 93% of total consumption. These countries were followed by the Dominican Republic and Panama, which together accounted for a further 6%.
The countries with the highest volumes of vehicle windscreen wiper production in 2021 were Brazil, Mexico and Argentina, together accounting for 94% of total production. These countries were followed by the Dominican Republic and Panama, which together accounted for a further 6.2%.
In value terms, Mexico remains the largest vehicle windscreen wiper supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 24% share of total exports. It was followed by Panama, with a 1% share.
In value terms, Mexico constitutes the largest market for imported windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motorcycles or motor vehicles in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with a 15% share.
The vehicle windscreen wiper export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $15 per unit in 2021, reducing by -3.1% against the previous year.
In 2021, the vehicle windscreen wiper import price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $4.8 per unit, with a decrease of -12.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the vehicle windscreen wiper market 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 29312370 - Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters for motorcycles or motor vehicles

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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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

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • 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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