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Uruguay - Parts of Chains of Iron or Steel - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Uruguay: Metal Chain Parts Market 2025

Metal Chain Parts Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan metal chain parts market surged to $X in 2022, increasing by X% against 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). In general, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Metal Chain Parts Exports

Exports from Uruguay

For the fifth consecutive year, Uruguay recorded decline in overseas shipments of parts of chains of iron or steel, which decreased by X% to X kg in 2022. In general, exports recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal chain parts exports contracted sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a precipitous setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Argentina (X kg) was the main destination for metal chain parts exports from Uruguay, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, metal chain parts exports to Argentina exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Paraguay (X kg), sixfold.

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

In value terms, Argentina ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for parts of chains of iron or steel exports from Uruguay, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Paraguay ($X), with an X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Argentina amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal chain parts export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate strong growth. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Argentina stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Argentina (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Metal Chain Parts Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, imports of parts of chains of iron or steel into Uruguay soared to X tons, jumping by X% on 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal chain parts imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a tangible expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of metal chain parts to Uruguay, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, metal chain parts imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), fivefold. Germany (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (X% per year) and Germany (X% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of parts of chains of iron or steel to Uruguay, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a X% share.

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

Import Prices by Country

The average metal chain parts import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (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 parts of chains of iron or steel in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal chain parts consumption, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, metal chain parts 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 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of parts of chains of iron or steel in the world?

The country with the largest volume of metal chain parts production was China, accounting for 29% of total volume. Moreover, metal chain parts production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. Indonesia ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of parts of chains of iron or steel to Uruguay?

In value terms, the largest metal chain parts suppliers to Uruguay were the Netherlands, the United States and Spain, with a combined 67% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for parts of chains of iron or steel in Uruguay?

The average metal chain parts export price stood at $45,333 per ton in 2020, rising by 360% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for parts of chains of iron or steel in Uruguay?

The average metal chain parts import price stood at $8,513 per ton in 2020, falling by -33.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal chain parts 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 25931780 - Parts of chains, n.e.c., of iron or steel

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