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Uruguay: Polyurethanes Market 2024

Polyurethanes Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan polyurethanes market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after four years of decline. In general, consumption, however, recorded a mild descent. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Polyurethanes Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, exports of polyurethanes in primary forms from Uruguay soared to X tons, jumping by 27% on 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polyurethanes exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 39% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Argentina (X tons) was the main destination for polyurethanes exports from Uruguay, accounting for a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, polyurethanes exports to Argentina exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Peru (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Argentina amounted to -5.7%.

In value terms, Argentina ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for polyurethanes in primary forms exports from Uruguay, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Peru ($X), with a 7.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Argentina stood at -7.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average polyurethanes export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -7.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 42% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Peru ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Argentina amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Brazil (+1.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Polyurethanes Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, supplies from abroad of polyurethanes in primary forms was finally on the rise to reach X tons after four years of decline. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polyurethanes imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a noticeable downturn. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of polyurethanes imports to Uruguay, with a combined 36% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +41.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest polyurethanes suppliers to Uruguay were Spain ($X), Brazil ($X) and Germany ($X), with a combined 34% share of total imports. China, Argentina, the Netherlands, Hungary and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

China, with a CAGR of +33.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average polyurethanes import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 4.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (-0.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for polyurethanes in primary forms in the world?

China remains the largest polyurethanes consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, polyurethanes consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.2% share.

What are the largest producers of polyurethanes in primary forms in the world?

China remains the largest polyurethanes producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, polyurethanes production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Belgium ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of polyurethanes in primary forms to Uruguay?

In value terms, the largest polyurethanes suppliers to Uruguay were Germany, Brazil and China, together comprising 45% of total imports. Spain, the Netherlands, Mexico, Hungary, Argentina and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

What are the leading importers of polyurethanes in primary forms from Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil, Argentina and South Africa were the largest markets for polyurethanes exported from Uruguay worldwide, together comprising 76% of total exports. Colombia, Thailand, Ecuador and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 13%.

What is the average export price for polyurethanes in primary forms in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average polyurethanes export price amounted to $4,689 per ton, increasing by 6.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polyurethanes in primary forms in Uruguay?

The average polyurethanes import price stood at $3,866 per ton in 2021, growing by 8.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polyurethanes 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 20165670 - Polyurethanes, 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