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Uruguay: Green Coffee Market 2025

Green Coffee Market Size in Uruguay

For the third consecutive year, the Uruguayan green coffee market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 73% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption enjoyed a resilient expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Green Coffee Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, the amount of coffee (green) exported from Uruguay shrank significantly to X kg, waning by 99.9% against the year before. Overall, exports faced a dramatic contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 2,285%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, green coffee exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a noticeable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 3,810%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X kg) was the main destination for green coffee exports from Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Brazil stood at +14.9%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for coffee (green) exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Brazil stood at +12.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average green coffee export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 2,568% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed significant growth. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to -0.3% per year.

Green Coffee Imports

Imports into Uruguay

For the third year in a row, Uruguay recorded growth in supplies from abroad of coffee (green), which increased by 88% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports saw a strong increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, green coffee imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 144%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest green coffee supplier to Uruguay, with a 82% share of total imports. Moreover, green coffee imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Colombia (X tons), more than tenfold. Costa Rica (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 5.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil totaled +12.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Colombia (+60.8% per year) and Costa Rica (+94.3% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of coffee (green) to Uruguay, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Colombia ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Costa Rica, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil totaled +8.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Colombia (+57.1% per year) and Costa Rica (+80.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average green coffee import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -11.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a mild slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 46% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat 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 Colombia ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+22.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for coffee (green) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of green coffee consumption in 2021 were the United States, Brazil and Germany, with a combined 32% share of global consumption. Italy, Indonesia, Vietnam, Japan, Ethiopia, Colombia, Spain, France, Russia and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of coffee (green) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of green coffee production in 2021 were Brazil, Vietnam and Colombia, with a combined 56% share of global production. Indonesia, Ethiopia, Honduras, Peru, India, Uganda, Guatemala, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Mexico and Nicaragua lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

What are the leading suppliers of coffee (green) to Uruguay?

In value terms, the largest green coffee suppliers to Uruguay were Brazil, Germany and Guatemala, with a combined 96% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for coffee (green) in Uruguay?

In 2020, the average green coffee export price amounted to $3,954 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for coffee (green) in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average green coffee import price amounted to $1,872 per ton, waning by -16.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the green coffee 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:

FCL 656 - Coffee green

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 THE 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 EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
12. Exports and Growth, by Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
14. Production Volume and Growth
15. Yield and Growth
16. Exports and Growth
17. Export Prices and Growth
18. Market Size and Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports and Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
28. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
29. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
30. Imports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
31. Import Prices, by Country, 2012-2024
32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
34. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
35. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
36. Exports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
37. Export Prices, by Country, 2012-2024