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Uruguay: Expansible Polystyrene Market 2024

Expansible Polystyrene Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan expansible polystyrene market soared to $X in 2021, picking up by 67% 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). Overall, the total consumption indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +33.6% against 2017 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Expansible Polystyrene Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, exports of expansible polystyrene in primary forms from Uruguay contracted to X kg, shrinking by -8.4% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X kg in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, expansible polystyrene exports dropped to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a deep reduction. The exports peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X kg) was the main destination for expansible polystyrene exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2020 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Brazil was relatively modest.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for expansible polystyrene in primary forms exports from Uruguay.

From 2020 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Brazil was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average expansible polystyrene export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -5.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a abrupt curtailment. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

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

From 2020 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Paraguay amounted to 0.0% per year.

Expansible Polystyrene Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, the amount of expansible polystyrene in primary forms imported into Uruguay soared to X tons, with an increase of 23% on the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 46% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, expansible polystyrene imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest expansible polystyrene supplier to Uruguay, accounting for a 45% share of total imports. Moreover, expansible polystyrene imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by China (X tons), with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil amounted to +45.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+1,359.9% per year) and China (+2.9% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of expansible polystyrene in primary forms to Uruguay, comprising 51% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil totaled +43.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+2,361.0% per year) and China (+3.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average expansible polystyrene import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 66% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for Chile ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+68.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for expansible polystyrene in primary forms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of expansible polystyrene consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 42% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Indonesia, Italy, Germany, Mexico, Poland, Turkey and Taiwan Chinese), which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of expansible polystyrene in primary forms in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of expansible polystyrene production in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 46% of global production. Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Indonesia, Turkey, Germany, Mexico, the Netherlands, Taiwan Chinese) and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

What are the leading suppliers of expansible polystyrene in primary forms to Uruguay?

In value terms, Mexico, China and Turkey were the largest expansible polystyrene suppliers to Uruguay, with a combined 83% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for expansible polystyrene in primary forms in Uruguay?

The average expansible polystyrene export price stood at $1,200 per ton in 2020, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for expansible polystyrene in primary forms in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average expansible polystyrene import price amounted to $1,190 per ton, surging by 2.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expansible polystyrene 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 20162035 - Expansible polystyrene, in primary forms

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