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Uruguay: Caviar (Sturgeon) Market 2025

Caviar (Sturgeon) Market Size in Uruguay

After two years of decline, the Uruguayan caviar (sturgeon) market increased by 0.6% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. Caviar (sturgeon) consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Caviar (Sturgeon) Production in Uruguay

In value terms, caviar (sturgeon) production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 19%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Caviar (Sturgeon) Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, overseas shipments of caviar (sturgeon) decreased by -8.7% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 95%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, caviar (sturgeon) exports rose significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 64%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons), France (X tons) and Australia (X kg) were the main destinations of caviar (sturgeon) exports from Uruguay, together accounting for 71% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Australia (with a CAGR of +89.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), France ($X) and Australia ($X) were the largest markets for caviar (sturgeon) exported from Uruguay worldwide, together comprising 73% of total exports.

Australia, with a CAGR of +81.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average caviar (sturgeon) export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 19% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a perceptible reduction. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France (-2.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Caviar (Sturgeon) Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, imports of caviar (sturgeon) into Uruguay declined notably to X kg, waning by -46.9% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 357% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X kg. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, caviar (sturgeon) imports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 458% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Germany (X kg) and France (X kg) were the main suppliers of caviar (sturgeon) imports to Uruguay. Moreover, caviar (sturgeon) imports in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France, twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by France (with a CAGR of +24.2%).

In value terms, the largest caviar (sturgeon) suppliers to Uruguay were Germany ($X) and France ($X).

France, with a CAGR of +21.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average caviar (sturgeon) import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 14% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, caviar (sturgeon) import price increased by +169.9% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 95%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Germany totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+3.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for caviar (sturgeon) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of caviar sturgeon) consumption was Russia, comprising approx. 98% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of caviar (sturgeon) in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of caviar sturgeon) production, comprising approx. 98% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of caviar (sturgeon) to Uruguay?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of caviar sturgeon) to Uruguay.

What are the leading importers of caviar (sturgeon) from Uruguay?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for caviar sturgeon) exports from Uruguay, comprising 35% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with a 14% share.

What is the average export price for caviar (sturgeon) in Uruguay?

In 2020, the average caviar sturgeon) export price amounted to $330,874 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for caviar (sturgeon) in Uruguay?

The average caviar sturgeon) import price stood at $473,302 per ton in 2020, dropping by -3.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caviar (sturgeon) 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 10202630 - Caviar (sturgeon roe)

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