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Uruguay: Common Clay Market 2024

Common Clay Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan common clay market shrank sharply to $X in 2022, which is down by -69.3% 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, enjoyed a significant increase. Common clay consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Common Clay Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, common clay exports from Uruguay declined remarkably to X kg, shrinking by -32.1% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports, however, recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 371% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, common clay exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 335% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for common clay exports from Uruguay, with a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by Spain (X kg), with a 2.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands totaled -3.2%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) and Spain ($X) were the largest markets for common clay exported from Uruguay worldwide.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Spain, with a CAGR of +0.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average common clay export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 16% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 362%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Argentina (+228.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Common Clay Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, the amount of common clay imported into Uruguay shrank remarkably to X tons, waning by -59.4% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 865%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

In value terms, common clay imports declined markedly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 864% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest common clay supplier to Uruguay, accounting for a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, common clay imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil totaled +82.1%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) and Spain ($X) appeared to be the largest common clay suppliers to Uruguay.

Brazil, with a CAGR of +104.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average common clay import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -33.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 35% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+12.1%), 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 common clay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of common clay consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and Russia, together comprising 43% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of common clay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of common clay production in 2020 were China, the U.S. and Russia, with a combined 43% share of global production. India, Japan, Spain, Pakistan, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Turkey, Italy and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of common clay to Uruguay?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of common clay to Uruguay, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a 6.7% share.

What is the average export price for common clay in Uruguay?

The average common clay export price stood at $515 per ton in 2017, growing by 3.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for common clay in Uruguay?

The average common clay import price stood at $751 per ton in 2020, rising by 61% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the common clay 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.

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Country coverage:

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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