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Uruguay: Metal Skid Chain Market 2025

Metal Skid Chain Market Size in Uruguay

In 2021, the Uruguayan metal skid chain market decreased by -8.6% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced decrease. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Metal Skid Chain Production in Uruguay

In value terms, metal skid chain production shrank modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a pronounced slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 22%. Metal skid chain production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Metal Skid Chain Exports

Exports from Uruguay

For the fourth consecutive year, Uruguay recorded growth in shipments abroad of iron or steel skid chain, which increased by 219% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 959%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal skid chain exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 498% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons) was the main destination for metal skid chain exports from Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Brazil stood at +90.7%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) also remains the key foreign market for iron or steel skid chain exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Brazil stood at +67.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal skid chain export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -34.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price faced a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 150% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to -12.1% per year.

Metal Skid Chain Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, the amount of iron or steel skid chain imported into Uruguay contracted remarkably to X tons, declining by -35.7% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 150%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal skid chain imports shrank significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 242%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Sweden (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of metal skid chain to Uruguay, accounting for a 46% share of total imports. Moreover, metal skid chain imports from Sweden exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X kg), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Spain (X kg), with a 19% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Sweden stood at -15.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+3.6% per year) and Spain (+9.1% per year).

In value terms, the largest metal skid chain suppliers to Uruguay were the United States ($X), Sweden ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined 82% share of total imports. These countries were followed by China, Italy, Austria and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 10%.

In terms of the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of +13.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal skid chain import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -6.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a slight expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 79%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped in the following year.

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 Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+24.6%), 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 iron or steel skid chain in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of metal skid chain consumption in 2021 were China, Russia and the United States, together accounting for 54% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of iron or steel skid chain in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal skid chain production, accounting for 46% of total volume. Moreover, metal skid chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, fourfold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron or steel skid chain to Uruguay?

In value terms, Sweden $369) constituted the largest supplier of metal skid chain to Uruguay, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States $156), with a 24% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 7.5% share.

What is the average export price for iron or steel skid chain in Uruguay?

In 2019, the average metal skid chain export price amounted to $14,162 per ton, jumping by 34% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel skid chain in Uruguay?

The average metal skid chain import price stood at $6,956 per ton in 2021, falling by -31.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal skid chain 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 25931730 - Iron or steel skid chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, or other articles in which chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains - surveying chains

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