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Uruguay: Paper Hand Towels Market 2025

Paper Hand Towels Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan paper hand towels market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption posted a moderate increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Paper Hand Towels Production in Uruguay

In value terms, paper hand towels production rose markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a mild shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Paper Hand Towels Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, approx. X tons of paper hand towels were exported from Uruguay; dropping by X% compared with 2021. Overall, exports recorded a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% 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, paper hand towels exports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a dramatic decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X tons) was the main destination for paper hand towels exports from Uruguay, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Paraguay stood at X%.

In value terms, Paraguay ($X) also remains the key foreign market for paper hand towels exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Paraguay totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average paper hand towels export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Paraguay amounted to X% per year.

Paper Hand Towels Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, purchases abroad of paper hand towels increased by X% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports showed a resilient increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper hand towels imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted a strong expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of paper hand towels to Uruguay, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, paper hand towels imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Argentina (X tons), eightfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Chile (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Argentina (X% per year) and Chile (X% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of paper hand towels to Uruguay, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Argentina ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Argentina (X% per year) and Chile (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average paper hand towels import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a noticeable reduction. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (X%), 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 paper hand towels in the world?

The country with the largest volume of paper hand towels consumption was China, accounting for 16% of total volume. Moreover, paper hand towels consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.5% share.

What are the largest producers of paper hand towels in the world?

The country with the largest volume of paper hand towels production was China, comprising approx. 18% of total volume. Moreover, paper hand towels production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of paper hand towels to Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of paper hand towels to Uruguay, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with a 9.4% share.

What are the leading importers of paper hand towels from Uruguay?

In value terms, Paraguay remains the key foreign market for paper hand towels exports from Uruguay, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Argentina, with a 20% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for paper hand towels in Uruguay?

The average paper hand towels export price stood at $2,431 per ton in 2021, falling by -10.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for paper hand towels in Uruguay?

The average paper hand towels import price stood at $1,238 per ton in 2021, dropping by -26.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper hand towels 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 17221160 - Hand towels of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres

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 2012–2024
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