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Uruguay: Walnut Market 2025

Walnut Market Size in Uruguay

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Uruguayan walnut market, when its value increased by 194% to $X. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a deep downturn. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Walnut Production in Uruguay

In value terms, walnut production shrank dramatically to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a significant decline. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Walnut Exports

Exports from Uruguay

In 2020, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas shipments of walnuts, when their volume decreased by 0% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate strong growth. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2018. The exports peaked in 2020 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, walnut exports stood at $X in 2020. Overall, exports recorded a temperate increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2018. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2020 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Chile totaled +14.0%.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Chile totaled +3.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average walnut export price amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price decreased by 99.9%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chile amounted to -9.4% per year.

Walnut Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, approx. X tons of walnuts were imported into Uruguay; with an increase of 7% compared with the year before. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 122%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, walnut imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 66% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Chile (X tons) constituted the largest walnut supplier to Uruguay, accounting for a 68% share of total imports. Moreover, walnut imports from Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Argentina (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Chile totaled -9.8%.

In value terms, Chile ($X) constituted the largest supplier of walnut to Uruguay, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with a 22% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Chile totaled -13.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average walnut import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 9.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 14%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the price for Argentina totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (-3.6%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for walnuts in the world?

China remains the largest walnut consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, walnut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. Iran ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.4% share.

What are the largest producers of walnuts in the world?

The country with the largest volume of walnut production was China, accounting for 55% of total volume. Moreover, walnut production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Iran ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of walnuts to Uruguay?

In value terms, the largest walnut suppliers to Uruguay were Argentina and Chile.

What is the average export price for walnuts in Uruguay?

In 2012, the average walnut export price amounted to $5,300 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for walnuts in Uruguay?

The average walnut import price stood at $3,546 per ton in 2020, increasing by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the walnut 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 222 - Walnuts

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
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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
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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, 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