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Puerto Rico: Metal Link Chain Market 2024

Metal Link Chain Market Size in Puerto Rico

In 2021, the Puerto Rican metal link chain market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Metal Link Chain Production in Puerto Rico

In value terms, metal link chain production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 68% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Metal Link Chain Exports

Exports by Country

China represented the major exporter of iron or steel articulated link chain in the world, with the volume of exports reaching X tons, which was near 51% of total exports in 2021. Germany (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by South Korea (X tons) and the United States (X tons). All these countries together took approx. 24% share of total exports. The following exporters - France (X tons), Italy (X tons), Finland (X tons), Austria (X tons) and India (X tons) - each amounted to a 9.1% share of total exports.

China was also the fastest-growing in terms of the iron or steel articulated link chain exports, with a CAGR of +30.5% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, India (+10.1%), Germany (+3.6%), South Korea (+2.8%), Austria (+2.0%) and Finland (+1.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. France and the United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Italy (-1.2%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of China (+41 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2021, the share of Finland (-1.7 p.p.), France (-2.6 p.p.), Italy (-3 p.p.), South Korea (-4.7 p.p.), Germany (-6.8 p.p.) and the United States (-7.6 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest metal link chain supplying countries from Puerto Rico were Germany ($X), China ($X) and the United States ($X), together comprising 59% of total exports.

China, with a CAGR of +28.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Link Chain Imports

Imports by Country

Russia (X tons), the United States (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and Germany (X tons) represented roughly 35% of total imports in 2021. Canada (X tons), Japan (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Colombia (X tons), China (X tons), Italy (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), the UK (X tons) and Thailand (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 main importing countries, was attained by Russia (with a CAGR of +26.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest metal link chain importing markets into Puerto Rico were the United States ($X), Japan ($X) and Mexico ($X), with a combined 25% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Brazil, Russia, China, Canada, Italy, Thailand, the UK, Colombia and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 34%.

Russia, with a CAGR of +18.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among 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 iron or steel articulated link chain in the world?

The country with the largest volume of metal link chain consumption was China, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, metal link chain consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of iron or steel articulated link chain in the world?

The country with the largest volume of metal link chain production was China, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, metal link chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron or steel articulated link chain to Puerto Rico?

In value terms, the United States, Japan and Mexico constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 26% of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Brazil, Russia, China, Canada, Italy, Thailand, the UK, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, which together accounted for a further 36%.

What are the leading importers of iron or steel articulated link chain from Puerto Rico?

In value terms, Germany remains the largest metal link chain supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 30% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 15% share of global exports. It was followed by the United States, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for iron or steel articulated link chain in Puerto Rico?

In 2021, the export price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $0.1 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel articulated link chain in Puerto Rico?

In 2021, the import price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $0.1 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal link chain 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 28152170 - Iron or steel articulated link chain (excluding roller chain)

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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023