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Uruguay: Ginger Market 2025

Ginger Market Size in Uruguay

For the third year in a row, the Uruguayan ginger market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 8.7% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption enjoyed significant growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Ginger Exports

Exports from Uruguay

For the fourth consecutive year, Uruguay recorded growth in overseas shipments of ginger, which increased by 21% to X kg in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 760%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, ginger exports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 608% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The UK (X kg) was the main destination for ginger exports from Uruguay, accounting for a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by Paraguay (X kg), with a 3.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK amounted to +6.8%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) remains the key foreign market for ginger exports from Uruguay, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Paraguay ($X), with a 4.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK amounted to +10.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average ginger export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -4.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, ginger export price increased by +50.7% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 54%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Paraguay (+6.9%).

Ginger Imports

Imports into Uruguay

For the fourth year in a row, Uruguay recorded growth in overseas purchases of ginger, which increased by 8.1% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 91% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, ginger imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 90% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) was the main ginger supplier to Uruguay, with a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by China (X tons), with a 2.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil amounted to +25.6%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ginger to Uruguay, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 9.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil stood at +19.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average ginger import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 1.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 64% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.8%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ginger in the world?

India remains the largest ginger consuming country worldwide, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, ginger consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Nigeria, twofold. Nepal ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.8% share.

What are the largest producers of ginger in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ginger production was India, accounting for 42% of total volume. Moreover, ginger production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Nigeria, threefold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 14% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ginger to Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of ginger to Uruguay, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 25% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ginger from Uruguay?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for ginger exports from Uruguay.

What is the average export price for ginger in Uruguay?

The average ginger export price stood at $5,906 per ton in 2021, picking up by 17% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ginger in Uruguay?

The average ginger import price stood at $863 per ton in 2021, rising by 9.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ginger 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:

FCL 720 - Ginger

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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024