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Uruguay: Unvulcanised Rubber Market 2024

Unvulcanised Rubber Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan unvulcanised rubber market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a pronounced decline. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Unvulcanised Rubber Production in Uruguay

In value terms, unvulcanised rubber production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a drastic downturn. Unvulcanised rubber production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Unvulcanised Rubber Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2021, shipments abroad of unvulcanised rubber was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Overall, exports, however, recorded a precipitous descent. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, unvulcanised rubber exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a significant decline. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons) was the main destination for unvulcanised rubber exports from Uruguay, with a 82% share of total exports. Moreover, unvulcanised rubber exports to Brazil exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Argentina (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Brazil totaled -20.0%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) remains the key foreign market for unvulcanised rubber exports from Uruguay, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with a 19% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Brazil totaled -23.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average unvulcanised rubber export price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a noticeable setback. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 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 Argentina ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Brazil stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Argentina (-2.2%).

Unvulcanised Rubber Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, approx. X tons of unvulcanised rubber were imported into Uruguay; increasing by 80% on the year before. In general, imports, however, faced a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 82% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, unvulcanised rubber imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 61%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest unvulcanised rubber supplier to Uruguay, accounting for a 64% share of total imports. Moreover, unvulcanised rubber imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Argentina (X tons), with a 3.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil stood at -12.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+29.4% per year) and Argentina (-21.4% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of unvulcanised rubber to Uruguay, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 6.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil stood at -10.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+9.9% per year) and the UK (-9.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average unvulcanised rubber import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -29.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a slight contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 31% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+2.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for unvulcanised rubber in the world?

The country with the largest volume of unvulcanised rubber consumption was China, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, unvulcanised rubber consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.3% share.

What are the largest producers of unvulcanised rubber in the world?

The country with the largest volume of unvulcanised rubber production was China, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, unvulcanised rubber production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unvulcanised rubber to Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of unvulcanised rubber to Uruguay, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with a 15% share.

What are the leading importers of unvulcanised rubber from Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil remains the key foreign market for unvulcanised rubber exports from Uruguay, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Argentina, with a 23% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for unvulcanised rubber in Uruguay?

In 2020, the average unvulcanised rubber export price amounted to $2,368 per ton, which is down by -8.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for unvulcanised rubber in Uruguay?

The average unvulcanised rubber import price stood at $3,697 per ton in 2020, reducing by -19.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unvulcanised rubber 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 22192013 - Rubber compounded with carbon black or silica, unvulcanised

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