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Uruguay: Mercury Market 2024

Mercury Market Size in Uruguay

In 2021, the Uruguayan mercury market increased by 0.5% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, the total consumption indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +46.4% against 2017 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Mercury Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2014, exports of mercuries from Uruguay totaled X tons, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2014 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, mercury exports totaled $X in 2014. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2014 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

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

From 2014 to 2014, the average annual growth rate of volume to Portugal was relatively modest.

From 2014 to 2014, the average annual growth rate of value to Portugal was relatively modest.

Mercury Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, purchases abroad of mercuries increased by 0.5% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. In general, total imports indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports decreased by -18.4% against 2015 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 113% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports amounted to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 41% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Mexico (X tons) was the main supplier of mercury to Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Mexico stood at +2.1%.

In value terms, Mexico ($X) constituted the largest supplier of mercuries to Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Mexico totaled +9.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The average mercury import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, mercury import price increased by +81.6% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 41% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Mexico amounted to +7.1% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for mercury in the world?

China remains the largest mercury consuming country worldwide, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, mercury consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, sixfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.6% share.

What are the largest producers of mercury in the world?

The country with the largest volume of mercury production was China, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, mercury production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, sixfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mercury to Uruguay?

In value terms, Mexico constituted the largest supplier of mercury to Uruguay.

What is the average export price for mercury in Uruguay?

In 2014, the average mercury export price amounted to $66 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for mercury in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average mercury import price amounted to $101,168 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mercury 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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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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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