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Uruguay: Pistachio Market 2025

Pistachio Market Size in Uruguay

After three years of growth, the Uruguayan pistachio market decreased by -14.4% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a remarkable increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Pistachio Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2019, overseas shipments of pistachios decreased by 0% to X kg for the first time since 2016, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2017. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X kg in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, pistachio exports totaled $X in 2019. Overall, exports continue to indicate a dramatic slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2017. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X kg) was the main destination for pistachio exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2016 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK was relatively modest.

From 2016 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average pistachio export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a sharp curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2016 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Slovenia amounted to 0.0% per year.

Pistachio Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, overseas purchases of pistachios decreased by -25.1% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, imports, however, saw pronounced growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 1,180% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, pistachio imports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 766% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Argentina (X tons) was the main supplier of pistachio to Uruguay, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Argentina amounted to +70.8%.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Argentina totaled +75.2%.

Import Prices by Country

The average pistachio import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, pistachio import price increased by +44.7% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 53%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Belgium amounted to +6.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pistachios in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pistachio consumption in 2021 were Iran, the United States and China, together accounting for 54% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of pistachios in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pistachio production in 2021 were the United States, Iran and Turkey, together comprising 81% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of pistachios to Uruguay?

In value terms, Argentina, the United States and Belgium constituted the largest pistachio suppliers to Uruguay.

What is the average export price for pistachios in Uruguay?

The average pistachio export price stood at $10,600 per ton in 2019, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pistachios in Uruguay?

The average pistachio import price stood at $12,047 per ton in 2021, reducing by -32.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pistachio 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 223 - Pistachios

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024