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Uruguay: Butanol Market 2024

Butanol Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan butanol market stood at $X in 2022, increasing by X% 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). In general, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Butanol Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2019, exports of butanol from Uruguay reduced markedly to X kg, waning by X% on 2018. Overall, exports continue to indicate a sharp descent. The exports peaked at X kg in 2018, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, butanol exports declined dramatically to $X in 2019. In general, exports faced a sharp contraction. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2018, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Switzerland (X kg) was the main destination for butanol exports from Uruguay, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2018 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Switzerland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for butanol exports from Uruguay.

From 2018 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Switzerland was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average butanol export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a abrupt downturn. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

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

From 2018 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Argentina amounted to X% per year.

Butanol Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, approx. X tons of butanol were imported into Uruguay; with an increase of X% on the year before. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, butanol imports expanded rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of butanol to Uruguay, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, butanol imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Netherlands (X tons), fourfold. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (X% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of butanol to Uruguay, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average butanol import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate mild growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

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 the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (X%), 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 butanol in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 38% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Germany, Japan, South Korea, South Africa, Brazil, Russia, Indonesia, Nigeria, France and the UK, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of butanol in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Russia, together accounting for 34% of global production. These countries were followed by Malaysia, India, Japan, Taiwan Chinese), South Africa, Germany, Brazil, France, Nigeria and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 39%.

What are the leading suppliers of butanol to Uruguay?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of butanol to Uruguay, comprising 43% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9.2% share.

What is the average export price for butanol in Uruguay?

In 2019, the average butanol export price amounted to $1,000 per ton, which is down by -19.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for butanol in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average butanol import price amounted to $1,054 per ton, rising by 9.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the butanol 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 20142230 - Butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)
Prodcom 20142240 - Butanols (excluding butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol))

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