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Uruguay: Cored Arc-Welding Wire Market 2024

Cored Arc-Welding Wire Market Size in Uruguay

After two years of decline, the Uruguayan cored arc-welding wire market increased by 128% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption showed a noticeable expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Cored Arc-Welding Wire Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, shipments abroad of cored arc-welding wire was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cored arc-welding wire exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 608% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) was the main destination for cored arc-welding wire exports from Uruguay, with a 91% share of total exports. Moreover, cored arc-welding wire exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Serbia (X kg), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by North Macedonia (X kg), with a 2.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Serbia (+33.2% per year) and North Macedonia (+33.0% per year).

In value terms, Canada ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cored arc-welding wire exports from Uruguay, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Serbia ($X), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Slovakia, with a 0.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Serbia (+49.9% per year) and Slovakia (+3.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cored arc-welding wire export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -42.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 153% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Serbia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to North Macedonia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Serbia (+13.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cored Arc-Welding Wire Imports

Imports into Uruguay

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of cored arc-welding wire increased by 126% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports showed a buoyant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cored arc-welding wire imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a temperate increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest cored arc-welding wire supplier to Uruguay, with a 47% share of total imports. Moreover, cored arc-welding wire imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Argentina (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), with an 8.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +11.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Argentina (-4.6% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (+51.2% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cored arc-welding wire to Uruguay, comprising 33% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with a 9.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled +13.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (-3.5% per year) and Argentina (-7.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average cored arc-welding wire import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 2.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 25% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, 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 South Korea ($X per ton), while the price for Argentina ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+10.8%), 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 base metal cored wire for electric arc-welding in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of metal cored wire consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 52% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of base metal cored wire for electric arc-welding in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of metal cored wire production in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 60% of global production. These countries were followed by South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Poland, Brazil, Italy, Germany and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the leading suppliers of base metal cored wire for electric arc-welding to Uruguay?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of metal cored wire to Uruguay, comprising 38% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with an 11% share.

What are the leading importers of base metal cored wire for electric arc-welding from Uruguay?

In value terms, Canada emerged as the key foreign market for metal cored wire exports from Uruguay, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Serbia $265), with a 15% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for base metal cored wire for electric arc-welding in Uruguay?

The average metal cored wire export price stood at $18,641 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -6.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for base metal cored wire for electric arc-welding in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average metal cored wire import price amounted to $2,555 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cored arc-welding wire 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 25931530 - Base metal cored wire for electric arc-welding (excluding wire and rods of cored solder, the solder consisting of an alloy containing 2 % or more by weight, of any one precious metal)

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
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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