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Uruguay - Polycarbonates (In Primary Forms) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Uruguay: Polycarbonate Market 2024

Polycarbonate Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, after six years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of polycarbonates (in primary forms), when their volume decreased by -39.7% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 174% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, polycarbonate exports fell significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 228%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons) was the main destination for polycarbonate exports from Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Malaysia stood at +151.7%.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for polycarbonates (in primary forms) exports from Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Malaysia totaled +99.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average polycarbonate export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 8.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a noticeable contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 63% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +3.5% per year.

Polycarbonate Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, approx. X tons of polycarbonates (in primary forms) were imported into Uruguay; which is down by -60.8% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a dramatic decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 68% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, polycarbonate imports reduced remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 68%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Argentina (X tons) were the main suppliers of polycarbonate imports to Uruguay, together comprising 97% of total imports. Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 1.8%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Hong Kong SAR (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, China ($X), Spain ($X) and Argentina ($X) appeared to be the largest polycarbonate suppliers to Uruguay, with a combined 96% share of total imports. Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 2.5%.

Hong Kong SAR, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average polycarbonate import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 21% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, polycarbonate import price increased by +101.9% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 59%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton) and Argentina ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+6.0%), 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 polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

India remains the largest polycarbonate consuming country worldwide, accounting for 35% of total volume. Moreover, polycarbonate consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, threefold. China ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, South Korea and the United States, with a combined 63% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) to Uruguay?

In value terms, Spain, Brazil and China were the largest polycarbonate suppliers to Uruguay, with a combined 73% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) from Uruguay?

In value terms, Spain remains the key foreign market for polycarbonate exports from Uruguay, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR, with a 21% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average polycarbonate export price amounted to $1,130 per ton, rising by 5.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $1,892 per ton, which is down by -37.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polycarbonate 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 20164040 - Polycarbonates, in primary forms

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 2012–2023
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