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Uruguay: Carbon Electrode Market 2024

Carbon Electrode Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan carbon electrode market surged to $X in 2022, jumping by 45% 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, faced a deep contraction. Carbon electrode consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Carbon Electrode Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, carbon electrode exports from Uruguay contracted sharply to X kg, falling by -23.7% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports saw a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 2,996% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, carbon electrode exports shrank sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a pronounced descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 679% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X kg) was the main destination for carbon electrode exports from Uruguay, with a 99% share of total exports. It was followed by Chile (X kg), with a 1.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Paraguay amounted to +15.0%.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) remains the key foreign market for carbon electrodes exports from Uruguay, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Chile ($X), with a 5.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Paraguay totaled +17.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average carbon electrode export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -1.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 260%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Paraguay stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Chile (+12.7%).

Carbon Electrode Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, imports of carbon electrodes into Uruguay soared to X tons, picking up by 35% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 402%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, carbon electrode imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a mild decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 376% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of carbon electrode to Uruguay, with a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, 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 totaled +1.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+20.9% per year) and Japan (-41.7% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of carbon electrodes to Uruguay, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 16% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+23.4% per year) and Japan (-15.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average carbon electrode import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 15% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 94%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Japan ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+45.1%), 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 carbon electrodes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Russia and Canada, with a combined 47% share of global consumption. The United States, Iceland, India, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Japan, Norway and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

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

China remains the largest carbon electrode producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, carbon electrode production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 7.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of carbon electrodes to Uruguay?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of carbon electrode to Uruguay, comprising 36% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China $486), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with an 11% share.

What are the leading importers of carbon electrodes from Uruguay?

In value terms, Paraguay $428) emerged as the key foreign market for carbon electrode exports from Uruguay, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile $88), with a 17% share of total exports.

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

In 2021, the average carbon electrode export price amounted to $8,600 per ton, with a decrease of -35.8% against the previous year.

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

The average carbon electrode import price stood at $12,626 per ton in 2021, which is down by -28.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the 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
Prodcom 27901350 - Carbon electrodes (excluding for furnaces)

Country coverage:

Uruguay

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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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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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