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Uruguay: Borates Market 2024

Borates Market Size in Uruguay

In 2022, the Uruguayan borates market increased by 162% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption saw a slight expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Borates Exports

Exports from Uruguay

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of borates decreased by -99.9% to X kg in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 166%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, borates exports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a dramatic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 269% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2021, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Free Zones (X kg) was the main destination for borates exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Free Zones stood at -71.2%.

In value terms, Free Zones ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for borates exports from Uruguay.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Free Zones amounted to -13.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average borates export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 11,678% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a significant expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2018 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Free Zones amounted to +199.2% per year.

Borates Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, overseas purchases of borates were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a six-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, recorded a perceptible contraction. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, borates imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a perceptible increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Argentina (X tons) was the main borates supplier to Uruguay, accounting for a 93% share of total imports. It was followed by China (X tons), with a 2.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Argentina stood at -2.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+7.9% per year) and Brazil (+8.6% per year).

In value terms, Argentina ($X) constituted the largest supplier of borates to Uruguay, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 7.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Argentina was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+12.1% per year) and Brazil (+5.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average borates import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, borates import price increased by +29.9% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 50% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Argentina ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for borates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Turkey and the United States, together comprising 55% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Kazakhstan, India, Brazil, Chile, Germany, Taiwan Chinese) and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of borates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Turkey, the United States and Kazakhstan, together comprising 72% of global production. These countries were followed by China, Bolivia, Chile and Argentina, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of borates to Uruguay?

In value terms, Argentina constituted the largest supplier of borates to Uruguay, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 4.6% share.

What are the leading importers of borates from Uruguay?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for borates exports from Uruguay.

What is the average export price for borates in Uruguay?

The average borates export price stood at $3,438 per ton in 2020, reducing by -10.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for borates in Uruguay?

The average borates import price stood at $880 per ton in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the borates 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 20136230 - Borates, peroxoborates (perborates)

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