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Uruguay: Activated Carbon Market 2024

Activated Carbon Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan activated carbon market shrank rapidly to $X in 2022, declining by -53.3% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption recorded a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Activated Carbon Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was decline in shipments abroad of activated carbon, when their volume decreased by 0% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports recorded a deep downturn. The smallest decline of -84.1% was in 2015. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, activated carbon exports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a drastic downturn. The smallest decline of -37.7% was in 2016. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Spain (X kg) was the main destination for activated carbon exports from Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 2% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Spain was relatively modest.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Spain was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average activated carbon export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 a decrease of -22.1%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.

From 2014 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to +21.6% per year.

Activated Carbon Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, the amount of activated carbon imported into Uruguay shrank sharply to X tons, which is down by -64.4% on the year before. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 215%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, activated carbon imports shrank notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a pronounced downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 146%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of activated carbon to Uruguay, with a 65% share of total imports. Moreover, activated carbon imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Mexico (X tons), fivefold. China (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil amounted to +3.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mexico (-4.1% per year) and China (-3.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest activated carbon suppliers to Uruguay were Brazil ($X), Mexico ($X) and Sri Lanka ($X), with a combined 68% share of total imports. The United States and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

In terms of the main suppliers, the United States, with a CAGR of +13.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

The average activated carbon import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 52% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a perceptible descent. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+6.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for activated carbon in the world?

The country with the largest volume of activated carbon consumption was China, accounting for 29% of total volume. Moreover, activated carbon consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.6% share.

What are the largest producers of activated carbon in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of activated carbon production, comprising approx. 35% of total volume. Moreover, activated carbon 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 a 9.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of activated carbon to Uruguay?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of activated carbon to Uruguay, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Sweden, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with a 9% share.

What is the average export price for activated carbon in Uruguay?

The average activated carbon export price stood at $1,639 per ton in 2019, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for activated carbon in Uruguay?

The average activated carbon import price stood at $1,156 per ton in 2021, waning by -18.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the activated carbon market in Uruguay. 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 20595400 - Activated carbon

Country coverage:

Uruguay

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Uruguay
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
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
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