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Uruguay: Laser Market 2025

Laser Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan laser market rose significantly to $X in 2021, with an increase of 9.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw a resilient expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Laser Production in Uruguay

In value terms, laser production expanded notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production enjoyed strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 333% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Laser Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, overseas shipments of lasers, other than laser diodes were finally on the rise to reach X units after four years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 290%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, laser exports amounted to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 109% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X units) was the main destination for laser exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands stood at -16.5%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) also remains the key foreign market for laser exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands totaled -7.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average laser export price amounted to $X per unit, falling by -9.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 226%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +10.6% per year.

Laser Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, approx. X units of lasers, other than laser diodes were imported into Uruguay; dropping by -25.9% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports saw a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 149%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, laser imports dropped significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 483%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X units) constituted the largest laser supplier to Uruguay, with a 55% share of total imports. Moreover, laser imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Sweden (X units), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by the United States (X units), with a 9.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at -8.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Sweden (+760.4% per year) and the United States (+26.9% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of laser to Uruguay, comprising 35% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 7.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Sweden, with a 6.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States stood at +23.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+2.7% per year) and Sweden (+287.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average laser import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, waning by -53.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, posted resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 134%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit, and then declined sharply in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per unit), while the price for China ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Israel (+17.5%), 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 lasers, other than laser diodes in the world?

China remains the largest laser consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, laser consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. South Korea ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.2% share.

What are the largest producers of lasers, other than laser diodes in the world?

Germany remains the largest laser producing country worldwide, accounting for 50% of total volume. Moreover, laser production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR, with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lasers, other than laser diodes to Uruguay?

In value terms, the largest laser suppliers to Uruguay were Brazil, China and Italy, with a combined 15% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lasers, other than laser diodes from Uruguay?

In value terms, the Netherlands remains the key foreign market for laser exports from Uruguay, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 21% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for lasers, other than laser diodes in Uruguay?

In 2019, the average laser export price amounted to $41 per unit, shrinking by -45.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lasers, other than laser diodes in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average laser import price amounted to $68 per unit, dropping by -7.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the laser 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 26702330 - Lasers (excluding laser diodes, machines and appliances incorporating lasers)

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