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Uruguay: Metal Filing Cabinet Market 2025

Metal Filing Cabinet Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan metal filing cabinet market fell sharply to $X in 2021, declining by -24.7% 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). Over the period under review, consumption faced a deep setback. Metal filing cabinet consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Metal Filing Cabinet Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, the amount of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal exported from Uruguay contracted notably to X kg, which is down by -94% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 1,776% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet exports dropped rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 1,992%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X kg) was the main destination for metal filing cabinet exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Paraguay amounted to +13.7%.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Paraguay was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal filing cabinet export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -71.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 71%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, 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 Paraguay.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to +38.0% per year.

Metal Filing Cabinet Imports

Imports into Uruguay

Metal filing cabinet imports into Uruguay fell remarkably to X tons in 2021, declining by -47.1% on 2020. Overall, imports showed a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 77%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet imports declined markedly to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 64%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and the United States (X kg) were the main suppliers of metal filing cabinet imports to Uruguay, together comprising 81% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of -1.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal to Uruguay, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($X), with a 6.1% share of total imports. It was followed by Taiwan (Chinese), with a 4.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled -11.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-21.2% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (-17.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average metal filing cabinet import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 58% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a remarkable increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.6% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+18.6%), 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 filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Italy and Pakistan, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by China, Japan, Indonesia, France, Turkey, the UK, Iran, Canada, Thailand and Serbia, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

China remains the largest metal filing cabinet producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 53% of total volume. Moreover, metal filing cabinet production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 4.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal to Uruguay?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of metal filing cabinet to Uruguay, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain $503), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 9.3% share.

What are the leading importers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal from Uruguay?

In value terms, Paraguay $160) remains the key foreign market for metal filing cabinet exports from Uruguay, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Slovenia $5), with a 3% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet export price amounted to $10,313 per ton, with an increase of 10% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet import price amounted to $3,047 per ton, waning by -16.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal filing cabinet 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 25992200 - Filing cabinets, card-index cabinets... or desk equipment of base metal

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