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Puerto Rico: Hot-Dipped Metal-Coated Sheet Market 2025

Hot-Dipped Metal-Coated Sheet Market Size in Puerto Rico

The Puerto Rican hot-dipped metal-coated sheet market surged to $X in 2021, increasing by 19% against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2021: its value 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. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -13.5% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Hot-Dipped Metal-Coated Sheet Production in Puerto Rico

In value terms, hot-dipped metal-coated sheet production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a slight expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% 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 decreased by -14.6% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 51%. Puerto Rico production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Hot-Dipped Metal-Coated Sheet Exports

Exports by Country

China represented the key exporter of hot-dipped metal-coated sheet in the world, with the volume of exports amounting to X tons, which was approx. 26% of total exports in 2021. Turkey (X tons) held an 8.4% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by South Korea (8.3%), Belgium (7.3%) and Germany (5.4%). Japan (X tons), France (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), India (X tons), Austria (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) took a little share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to hot-dipped metal-coated sheet exports from China stood at +10.0%. At the same time, Turkey (+30.3%), Vietnam (+16.3%), France (+3.9%), Belgium (+3.9%), the Netherlands (+2.4%), Austria (+2.2%), South Korea (+1.9%) and Germany (+1.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Turkey emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +30.3% from 2012-2021. India and Taiwan (Chinese) experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Italy (-4.1%) and Japan (-7.2%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of China and Turkey increased by +10 and +7.3 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest hot-dipped metal-coated sheet supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 24% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Turkey ($X), with an 8.8% share of global exports. It was followed by South Korea, with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in China totaled +12.7%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Turkey (+34.0% per year) and South Korea (+3.2% per year).

Hot-Dipped Metal-Coated Sheet Imports

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of hot-dipped metal-coated sheet imports in 2021 were Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons), Thailand (X tons), Poland (X tons), France (X tons), Italy (X tons), the UK (X tons), South Korea (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and China (X tons), together accounting for 51% of total import. Canada (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of +12.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest hot-dipped metal-coated sheet importing markets into Puerto Rico were the United States ($X), Germany ($X) and Belgium ($X), together accounting for 21% of total imports.

Belgium, with a CAGR of +15.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for hot-dipped metal-coated sheet in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of hot-dipped metal-coated sheet consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 47% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of hot-dipped metal-coated sheet in the world?

China remains the largest hot-dipped metal-coated sheet producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, hot-dipped metal-coated sheet production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of hot-dipped metal-coated sheet to Puerto Rico?

In value terms, the largest hot-dipped metal-coated sheet importing markets into Puerto Rico were Germany, the United States and Thailand, with a combined 20% share of total imports. Spain, China, Belgium, Poland, Mexico, France, Sweden, Italy, the Czech Republic and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the leading importers of hot-dipped metal-coated sheet from Puerto Rico?

In value terms, China remains the largest hot-dipped metal-coated sheet supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 21% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with an 11% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with an 8.8% share.

What is the average export price for hot-dipped metal-coated sheet in Puerto Rico?

The hot-dipped metal-coated sheet export price in Puerto Rico stood at $less than 0.1 per ton in 2020, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hot-dipped metal-coated sheet in Puerto Rico?

The hot-dipped metal-coated sheet import price in Puerto Rico stood at $less than 0.1 per ton in 2020, remaining constant against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hot-dipped metal-coated sheet market in Puerto Rico. 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 24105130 - Hot-dipped metal coated sheet and strip of a width . .600 mm

Country coverage:

Puerto Rico

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Puerto Rico
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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. 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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024