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Uruguay: Expanded Clays Market 2024

Expanded Clays Market Size in Uruguay

In 2021, the Uruguayan expanded clays market decreased by -43% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a deep reduction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Expanded Clays Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2017, the amount of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag exported from Uruguay amounted to X kg, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, exports faced a drastic downturn. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X kg in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, expanded clays exports amounted to $X in 2017. In general, exports saw a sharp decline. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Ecuador (X kg) was the main destination for expanded clays exports from Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Ecuador was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Ecuador was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average expanded clays export price stood at $X per ton in 2017, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2015 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to 0.0% per year.

Expanded Clays Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, purchases abroad of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag decreased by -39.8% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 84%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, expanded clays imports fell notably to $X in 2021. In general, imports faced a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 75% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Argentina (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of expanded clays imports to Uruguay, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Brazil (with a CAGR of -5.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest expanded clays suppliers to Uruguay were Argentina ($X), Brazil ($X) and China ($X), together accounting for 94% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of -11.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average expanded clays import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -8.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 11%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while the price for Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina (-0.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of expanded clays consumption, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in the world?

The country with the largest volume of expanded clays production was China, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, expanded clays production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag to Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil, Argentina and China appeared to be the largest expanded clays suppliers to Uruguay, with a combined 94% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Uruguay?

In 2017, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $615 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag in Uruguay?

The average expanded clays import price stood at $854 per ton in 2020, jumping by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded clays 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 23991920 - Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials and mixtures thereof

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 2012–2023
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