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MERCOSUR: Metal Bath Market 2024

Metal Bath Exports

Exports in MERCOSUR

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of baths of iron or steel decreased by -28.8% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 112% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal bath exports reduced sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 88%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Chile prevails in exports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near 81% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Argentina (X tons), achieving a 5.2% share of total exports. Ecuador (X kg), Brazil (X kg), Colombia (X kg), Venezuela (X kg) and Peru (X kg) took a little share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to metal bath exports from Chile stood at -27.4%. At the same time, Ecuador (+19.5%), Venezuela (+12.5%) and Brazil (+9.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Ecuador emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of +19.5% from 2012-2021. Peru experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Argentina (-17.5%) and Colombia (-24.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Ecuador, Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela and Peru increased by +3.7, +3.3, +3, +2 and +1.7 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Chile ($X) remains the largest metal bath supplier in MERCOSUR, comprising 54% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Venezuela, with a 9.3% share.

In Chile, metal bath exports plunged by an average annual rate of -30.4% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Argentina (-7.9% per year) and Venezuela (+37.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 9.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the export price increased by 48% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Venezuela ($X per ton), while Ecuador ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Venezuela (+22.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Bath Imports

Imports in MERCOSUR

In 2021, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of baths of iron or steel, when their volume increased by 52% to X tons. In general, imports, however, showed a drastic downturn. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal bath imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a pronounced descent. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Chile represented the key importing country with an import of around X tons, which finished at 84% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Argentina (X tons), comprising a 12% share of total imports.

Chile was also the fastest-growing in terms of the baths of iron or steel imports, with a CAGR of -7.0% from 2012 to 2021. Argentina (-9.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Chile (+2.8 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Argentina (-2.5 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Chile ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported baths of iron or steel in MERCOSUR, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with a 10% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Chile stood at -4.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 25% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.1%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while Argentina amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+3.1%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal bath market in MERCOSUR. 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.

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Prodcom 25991127 - Baths of iron or steel

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Market volume and value
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Trade (exports and imports) in MERCOSUR
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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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Guyana
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Suriname
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
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, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023