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Uruguay: Crude Coconut Oil Market 2025

Crude Coconut Oil Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan crude coconut oil market surged to $X in 2022, jumping by 24% 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 recorded buoyant growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Crude Coconut Oil Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, exports of crude coconut (copra) oil from Uruguay skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by 24% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports continue to indicate a moderate expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 99%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, crude coconut oil exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a mild setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 99% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X tons) was the main destination for crude coconut oil exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Paraguay stood at +2.2%.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) also remains the key foreign market for crude coconut (copra) oil exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Paraguay amounted to -1.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average crude coconut oil export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 48%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, 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 Paraguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Paraguay amounted to -3.6% per year.

Crude Coconut Oil Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, the amount of crude coconut (copra) oil imported into Uruguay surged to X tons, picking up by 31% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 269% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, crude coconut oil imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 125%. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Philippines (X tons) and Sri Lanka (X tons) were the main suppliers of crude coconut oil imports to Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Sri Lanka (with a CAGR of +9.4%).

In value terms, the Philippines ($X) and Sri Lanka ($X) were the largest crude coconut oil suppliers to Uruguay.

Among the main suppliers, the Philippines, with a CAGR of +13.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average crude coconut oil import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -16.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw measured growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 74% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Sri Lanka ($X per ton), while the price for the Philippines amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Philippines (+6.2%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for crude coconut (copra) oil in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of crude coconut oil consumption in 2021 were Indonesia, the Philippines and India, with a combined 48% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Vietnam, the United States, Malaysia, Mexico, Germany, Italy and Sri Lanka, which together accounted for a further 38%.

What are the largest producers of crude coconut (copra) oil in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of crude coconut oil production in 2021 were the Philippines, Indonesia and India, together comprising 77% of global production. Vietnam, Mexico and Sri Lanka lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 12%.

What are the leading suppliers of crude coconut (copra) oil to Uruguay?

In value terms, Sri Lanka constituted the largest supplier of crude coconut oil to Uruguay.

What are the leading importers of crude coconut (copra) oil from Uruguay?

In value terms, Paraguay remains the key foreign market for crude coconut oil exports from Uruguay.

What is the average export price for crude coconut (copra) oil in Uruguay?

The average crude coconut oil export price stood at $8,585 per ton in 2020, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for crude coconut (copra) oil in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average crude coconut oil import price amounted to $5,372 per ton, with an increase of 25% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the crude coconut oil 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 252 - Oil of Coconuts

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