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Uruguay: Aluminium Tube Market 2025

Aluminium Tube Market Size in Uruguay

In 2022, the Uruguayan aluminium tube market increased by 199% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Aluminium Tube Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2020, shipments abroad of aluminium tubes and pipes decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, exports faced a dramatic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 344% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2020, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, aluminium tube exports totaled $X in 2020. In general, exports showed a significant curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 100%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Trinidad and Tobago (X kg) was the main destination for aluminium tube exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Trinidad and Tobago was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Trinidad and Tobago was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average aluminium tube export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price decreased by -55.1% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chile amounted to 0.0% per year.

Aluminium Tube Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, purchases abroad of aluminium tubes and pipes increased by 166% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 383% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, aluminium tube imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 350%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Spain (X kg) and Brazil (X kg) were the main suppliers of aluminium tube imports to Uruguay, with a combined 74% share of total imports. Argentina, the United States and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of +34.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest aluminium tube suppliers to Uruguay were China ($X), Brazil ($X) and the United States ($X), together comprising 66% of total imports. Spain, Argentina and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

Italy, with a CAGR of +33.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average aluminium tube import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 22% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 68%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+22.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for aluminium tubes and pipes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 37% of global consumption. Italy, Mexico, Japan, Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, the UK, Oman, South Korea and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of aluminium tubes and pipes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 51% of global production. Italy, Japan, Turkey, Brazil, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Poland, South Korea and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 33%.

What are the leading suppliers of aluminium tubes and pipes to Uruguay?

In value terms, Chile, Taiwan Chinese) and Brazil were the largest aluminium tube suppliers to Uruguay, with a combined 66% share of total imports. These countries were followed by China, Spain, Argentina and Norway, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What is the average export price for aluminium tubes and pipes in Uruguay?

The average aluminium tube export price stood at $150,600 per ton in 2018, increasing by 20% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for aluminium tubes and pipes in Uruguay?

The average aluminium tube import price stood at $5,939 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -20.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminium tube 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 24422630 - Aluminium tubes and pipes (excluding hollow profiles, tube or pipe fittings, flexible tubing, tubes and pipes prepared for use in structures, machinery or vehicle parts, or the like)

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 2012–2024
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