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Uruguay: Agglomerated Powder Rod Market 2025

Agglomerated Powder Rod Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan agglomerated powder rod market surged to $X in 2021, increasing by 124% 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). Overall, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt slump. Agglomerated powder rod consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Agglomerated Powder Rod Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, agglomerated powder rod exports from Uruguay reduced sharply to X kg, dropping by -62.2% on the year before. Over the period under review, exports saw a precipitous contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 662% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X kg in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, agglomerated powder rod exports fell rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a dramatic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 269%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bolivia (X kg) was the main destination for agglomerated powder rod exports from Uruguay, accounting for a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, agglomerated powder rod exports to Bolivia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Chile (X kg), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bolivia totaled -14.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Chile (0.0% per year) and Paraguay (-27.0% per year).

In value terms, Bolivia ($X) remains the key foreign market for base metal wire and rods of agglomerated base powder exports from Uruguay, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Chile ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bolivia stood at -10.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Chile (0.0% per year) and Paraguay (-22.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average agglomerated powder rod export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 18% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price increased by 242% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bolivia ($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 Paraguay (+14.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Agglomerated Powder Rod Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, supplies from abroad of base metal wire and rods of agglomerated base powder increased by 173% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after five years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, agglomerated powder rod imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

South Korea (X tons), Lithuania (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of agglomerated powder rod imports to Uruguay, together accounting for 70% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by South Korea (with a CAGR of +2.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest agglomerated powder rod suppliers to Uruguay were South Korea ($X), China ($X) and Lithuania ($X), with a combined 54% share of total imports.

South Korea, with a CAGR of +0.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average agglomerated powder rod import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -29.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 86%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for Lithuania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+19.4%), 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 wire and rods of agglomerated base powder in the world?

China remains the largest agglomerated powder rod consuming country worldwide, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, agglomerated powder rod consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of base metal wire and rods of agglomerated base powder in the world?

China remains the largest agglomerated powder rod producing country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, agglomerated powder rod 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 9.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of base metal wire and rods of agglomerated base powder to Uruguay?

In value terms, China, Brazil and Thailand constituted the largest agglomerated powder rod suppliers to Uruguay, together accounting for 78% of total imports.

What is the average export price for base metal wire and rods of agglomerated base powder in Uruguay?

The average agglomerated powder rod export price stood at $63,679 per ton in 2020, picking up by 473% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for base metal wire and rods of agglomerated base powder in Uruguay?

In 2020, the average agglomerated powder rod import price amounted to $13,425 per ton, with an increase of 63% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the agglomerated powder rod 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 25931570 - Base metal wire and rods of agglomerated base powder, u sed for metal spraying (including parts)

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
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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