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MERCOSUR: Hydrogen Fluoride Market 2024

Hydrogen Fluoride Market Size in MERCOSUR

After two years of decline, the MERCOSUR hydrogen fluoride market increased by 30% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Hydrogen Fluoride Production in MERCOSUR

In value terms, hydrogen fluoride production rose significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 8.7% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Hydrogen Fluoride Exports

Exports in MERCOSUR

In 2021, shipments abroad of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) increased by 39% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 2,851%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hydrogen fluoride exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1,408%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Peru (X tons) and Colombia (X tons) represented roughly 85% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Chile (X kg), constituting a 15% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by Peru (with a CAGR of +19.1%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.

In value terms, the largest hydrogen fluoride supplying countries in MERCOSUR were Colombia ($X), Peru ($X) and Chile ($X).

Among the main exporting countries, Peru, with a CAGR of +8.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -9.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the export price increased by 58% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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 Chile ($X per ton), while Peru ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Colombia (+1.8%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Hydrogen Fluoride Imports

Imports in MERCOSUR

After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) increased by 29% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hydrogen fluoride imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X tons) represented the key importer of hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid), committing 86% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Argentina (X tons), creating a 12% share of total imports.

Brazil was also the fastest-growing in terms of the hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) imports, with a CAGR of -1.8% from 2012 to 2021. Argentina (-7.0%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Brazil (+11 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Argentina (-5 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid) in MERCOSUR, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with a 13% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Brazil was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+1.4%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hydrogen fluoride 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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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in MERCOSUR, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in MERCOSUR
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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