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Uruguay: Bauxite Market 2024

Bauxite Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan bauxite market surged to $X in 2022, rising by 477% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a noticeable downturn. Bauxite consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Bauxite Production in Uruguay

In value terms, bauxite production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a significant increase. Bauxite production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Bauxite Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, shipments abroad of bauxite decreased by -4% to X tons for the first time since 2013, thus ending a eight-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, posted a measured increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 135%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

In value terms, bauxite exports rose slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 56%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Denmark (X tons) was the main destination for bauxite exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Denmark stood at +3.2%.

In value terms, Denmark ($X) also remains the key foreign market for bauxite exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Denmark totaled -11.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bauxite export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 6.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a deep reduction. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Denmark amounted to -14.2% per year.

Bauxite Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, bauxite imports into Uruguay surged to X tons, growing by 103% against the previous year. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bauxite imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a perceptible decrease. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) was the main supplier of bauxite to Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil was relatively modest.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bauxite to Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil amounted to -3.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average bauxite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -11.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 21% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Brazil.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to -3.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bauxite in the world?

China remains the largest bauxite consuming country worldwide, accounting for 48% of total volume. Moreover, bauxite consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Australia, twofold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.7% share.

What are the largest producers of bauxite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Australia, Guinea and China, with a combined 68% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of bauxite to Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of bauxite to Uruguay.

What are the leading importers of bauxite from Uruguay?

In value terms, Denmark remains the key foreign market for bauxite exports from Uruguay.

What is the average export price for bauxite in Uruguay?

The average bauxite export price stood at $202 per ton in 2021, surging by 6.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bauxite in Uruguay?

The average bauxite import price stood at $122 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -26.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bauxite 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:

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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