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Uruguay: Ether Market 2024

Ether Market Size in Uruguay

In 2022, the Uruguayan ether market decreased by -24.5% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, consumption continues to indicate a deep reduction. Ether consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Ether Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, overseas shipments of ethers increased by 322% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 422% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ether exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 559% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Free Zones (X tons) was the main destination for ether exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Free Zones totaled +27.9%.

In value terms, Free Zones ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for ethers exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Free Zones amounted to +29.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average ether export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 18% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, ether export price decreased by -35.3% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 83%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to +8.0% per year.

Ether Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, overseas purchases of ethers decreased by -36.8% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 83% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ether imports shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 89%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then fell in the following year.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Argentina (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of ether imports to Uruguay, with a combined 60% share of total imports. The United States, China, the Netherlands and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +43.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ether suppliers to Uruguay were Brazil ($X), China ($X) and Argentina ($X), together accounting for 60% of total imports. Germany, the United States, the Netherlands and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Belgium, with a CAGR of +36.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average ether import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 45% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 74%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 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 China ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina (+9.1%), 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 ethers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ether consumption was China, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, ether consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.8% share.

What are the largest producers of ethers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Saudi Arabia and the United States, with a combined 61% share of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, Germany, the Netherlands, France and India, which together accounted for a further 20%.

What are the leading suppliers of ethers to Uruguay?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of ether to Uruguay, comprising 50% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 9.6% share.

What are the leading importers of ethers from Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil remains the key foreign market for ether exports from Uruguay, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Free Zones, with a 27% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for ethers in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average ether export price amounted to $3,685 per ton, shrinking by -44.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ethers in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average ether import price amounted to $1,630 per ton, declining by -17.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ether 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 20146310 - Acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Prodcom 20146323 - Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Prodcom 20146325 - Aromatic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Prodcom 20146333 - 2,2-Oxydiethanol (diethylene glycol, digol)
Prodcom 20146339 - Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-Oxydiethanol)
Prodcom 20146350 - Ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, s ulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Prodcom 20146360 - Alcohol, ether and ketone peroxides and their halogenated, s ulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

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

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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
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5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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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
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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
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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