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Uruguay: Mechanical Wood Pulp Market 2024

Mechanical Wood Pulp Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan mechanical wood pulp market fell to $X in 2022, which is down by -2.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the market value increased by 6.1%. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Mechanical Wood Pulp Production in Uruguay

In value terms, mechanical wood pulp production declined modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the production volume increased by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Mechanical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of mechanical wood pulp, when their volume decreased by -33.2% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a perceptible setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 198% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, mechanical wood pulp exports declined dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 129% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Chile (X tons) was the main destination for mechanical wood pulp exports from Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Chile totaled -4.0%.

In value terms, Chile ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for mechanical wood pulp exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Chile stood at -7.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average mechanical wood pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 7.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a perceptible setback. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, 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 Chile.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chile amounted to -3.6% per year.

Mechanical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, approx. X tons of mechanical wood pulp were imported into Uruguay; waning by -3.5% compared with the year before. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 202%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mechanical wood pulp imports reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 176% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X tons) was the main supplier of mechanical wood pulp to Uruguay, with a approx. 99.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany stood at +30.7%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of mechanical wood pulp to Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany totaled +22.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average mechanical wood pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -4.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 36%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Germany.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +3.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for mechanical wood pulp in the world?

Canada constituted the country with the largest volume of mechanical wood pulp consumption, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, mechanical wood pulp consumption in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Sweden, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with an 8.5% share.

What are the largest producers of mechanical wood pulp in the world?

The country with the largest volume of mechanical wood pulp production was Canada, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, mechanical wood pulp production in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Sweden, twofold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mechanical wood pulp to Uruguay?

In value terms, the United States, Germany and Chile $732) constituted the largest mechanical wood pulp suppliers to Uruguay, with a combined 100% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for mechanical wood pulp in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average mechanical wood pulp export price amounted to $608 per ton, increasing by 5.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mechanical wood pulp in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average mechanical wood pulp import price amounted to $734 per ton, rising by 8.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mechanical wood pulp 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 1654 - Mechanical wood pulp

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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