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Uruguay: Waterproof Footwear Market 2025

Waterproof Footwear Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan waterproof footwear market declined to $X in 2022, dropping by -6.8% 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 a noticeable descent. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Waterproof Footwear Exports

Exports from Uruguay

After two years of growth, overseas shipments of waterproof footwear decreased by -2.1% to X pairs in 2022. In general, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 103% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X pairs in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, waterproof footwear exports dropped to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 48%. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Chile (X pairs), Paraguay (X pairs) and the United States (X pairs) were the main destinations of waterproof footwear exports from Uruguay, with a combined 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Chile (with a CAGR of +59.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) remains the key foreign market for waterproof footwear exports from Uruguay, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Chile ($X), with a 2.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Paraguay amounted to +2.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Chile (+31.1% per year) and the United States (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average waterproof footwear export price stood at $X per pair in 2022, reducing by -6.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a modest increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average export price increased by 82% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per pair in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per pair), while the average price for exports to Chile ($X per pair) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Guatemala (+11.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Waterproof Footwear Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, approx. X pairs of waterproof footwear were imported into Uruguay; reducing by -12.6% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports showed a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X pairs in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, waterproof footwear imports contracted to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X pairs), Brazil (X pairs) and Mexico (X pairs) were the main suppliers of waterproof footwear imports to Uruguay, with a combined 79% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Brazil (with a CAGR of +34.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest waterproof footwear suppliers to Uruguay were Brazil ($X), China ($X) and Mexico ($X), with a combined 68% share of total imports.

Brazil, with a CAGR of +35.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average waterproof footwear import price stood at $X per pair in 2022, picking up by 9.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 17%. The import price peaked at $X per pair in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per pair), while the price for Italy ($X per pair) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+3.9%), 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 footwear in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Brazil, with a combined 45% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of footwear in the world?

The country with the largest volume of footwear production was China, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, footwear production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Vietnam, eightfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of footwear to Uruguay?

In value terms, Myanmar constituted the largest supplier of footwear to Uruguay, comprising 54% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 10% share.

What are the leading importers of footwear from Uruguay?

In value terms, the United States emerged as the key foreign market for footwear exports from Uruguay, comprising 52% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Israel, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with an 8.4% share.

What is the average export price for footwear in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average footwear export price amounted to $25 per pair, growing by 2.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for footwear in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average footwear import price amounted to $15 per pair, growing by 17% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the waterproof footwear 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 15201100 - Waterproof footwear, with uppers in rubber or plastics (excluding incorporating a protective metal toecap)

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