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Uruguay: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan kaolin market was estimated at $X in 2021, approximately equating 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, consumption continues to indicate a deep reduction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, shipments abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays decreased by -8.9% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 948% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, kaolin exports fell to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 775% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Brazil stood at +38.4%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) also remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinic clays exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Brazil totaled +17.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 1.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 1.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Spain amounted to -13.0% per year.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, imports of kaolin and kaolinic clays into Uruguay reduced to X tons, shrinking by -10.4% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 49%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports rose to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 71%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest kaolin supplier to Uruguay, with a 60% share of total imports. Moreover, kaolin imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X tons), twofold. Brazil (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States totaled -14.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (+33.3% per year) and Brazil (-20.9% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinic clays to Uruguay, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with a 9.5% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States amounted to -7.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (+18.0% per year) and China (+13.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average kaolin import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 16% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, kaolin import price increased by +41.7% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($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 United States (+8.2%), 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 kaolin and kaolinitic clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, together comprising 44% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays production in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, together comprising 47% of global production. Brazil, Turkey, the UK, Indonesia, Ukraine, Japan, Iran, Hungary, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Uruguay?

In value terms, the U.S. constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Uruguay, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 6.2% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 3.2% share.

What are the leading importers of kaolin and kaolinitic clays from Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinitic clays exports from Uruguay.

What is the average export price for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in Uruguay?

The average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price stood at $243 per ton in 2020, which is down by -27.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for kaolin and kaolinitic clays in Uruguay?

In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price amounted to $548 per ton, surging by 42% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin 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.

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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