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Uruguay: Furnace Carbon Electrode Market 2025

Furnace Carbon Electrode Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan furnace carbon electrode market surged to $X in 2022, growing 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). Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a mild descent. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Furnace Carbon Electrode Exports

Exports from Uruguay

Furnace carbon electrode exports from Uruguay stood at X tons in 2019, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports saw prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, furnace carbon electrode exports stood at $X in 2019. In general, exports enjoyed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) was the main destination for furnace carbon electrode exports from Uruguay, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Canada was relatively modest.

From 2014 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average furnace carbon electrode export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 a decrease of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2014 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to X% per year.

Furnace Carbon Electrode Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, approx. X tons of carbon electrodes for furnaces were imported into Uruguay; with an increase of X% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, furnace carbon electrode imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest furnace carbon electrode supplier to Uruguay, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, furnace carbon electrode imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil stood at X%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of carbon electrodes for furnaces to Uruguay, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

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

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average furnace carbon electrode import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably 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 Brazil totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (X%), 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 carbon electrodes for furnaces in the world?

The country with the largest volume of furnace carbon electrode consumption was Iceland, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, furnace carbon electrode consumption in Iceland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of carbon electrodes for furnaces in the world?

The country with the largest volume of furnace carbon electrode production was China, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, furnace carbon electrode production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Netherlands, fourfold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of carbon electrodes for furnaces to Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil $352) constituted the largest supplier of furnace carbon electrode to Uruguay, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India $125), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 17% share.

What is the average export price for carbon electrodes for furnaces in Uruguay?

The average furnace carbon electrode export price stood at $2,430 per ton in 2015, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for carbon electrodes for furnaces in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average furnace carbon electrode import price amounted to $24,326 per ton, with an increase of 35% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the furnace carbon electrode 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 27901330 - Carbon electrodes for furnaces

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 2012–2024
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