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Uruguay: Woolen Fabric Market 2025

Woolen Fabric Market Size in Uruguay

In 2021, the Uruguayan woolen fabric market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2012, thus ending a eight-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. Woolen fabric consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Woolen Fabric Production in Uruguay

In value terms, woolen fabric production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, faced a abrupt downturn. Woolen fabric production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Woolen Fabric Exports

Exports from Uruguay

Woolen fabric exports from Uruguay contracted to X square meters in 2021, which is down by -9% on the year before. In general, exports showed a significant decrease. The smallest decline of -3.2% was in 2020. The exports peaked at X square meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, woolen fabric exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports faced a sharp curtailment. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

France (X square meters), the United States (X square meters) and Italy (X square meters) were the main destinations of woolen fabric exports from Uruguay, with a combined 88% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by France (with a CAGR of +21.7%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, France ($X), the United States ($X) and Italy ($X) were the largest markets for woolen fabric exported from Uruguay worldwide, with a combined 87% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Italy, with a CAGR of +12.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average woolen fabric export price amounted to $X per square meter, increasing by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, woolen fabric export price increased by +89.1% against 2018 indices. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per square meter), while the average price for exports to Guatemala ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (+33.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Woolen Fabric Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2021, purchases abroad of woven woolen fabrics was finally on the rise to reach X square meters for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. Imports peaked at X square meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, woolen fabric imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a significant contraction. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X square meters), the United States (X square meters) and Italy (X square meters) were the main suppliers of woolen fabric imports to Uruguay, with a combined 63% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Brazil (with a CAGR of +48.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Brazil ($X), the United States ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest woolen fabric suppliers to Uruguay, with a combined 75% share of total imports.

Brazil, with a CAGR of +32.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average woolen fabric import price amounted to $X per square meter, which is down by -34.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per square meter in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat 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 Mexico ($X per square meter), while the price for Italy ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+7.5%), 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 woven woolen fabrics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of woolen fabric consumption in 2020 were China, Italy and the UK, with a combined 53% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of woven woolen fabrics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of woolen fabric production in 2020 were China, Italy and the UK, with a combined 59% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of woven woolen fabrics to Uruguay?

In value terms, the largest woolen fabric suppliers to Uruguay were Italy, Brazil and Mexico, together comprising 98% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of woven woolen fabrics from Uruguay?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for woolen fabric exports from Uruguay, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 18% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for woven woolen fabrics in Uruguay?

The average woolen fabric export price stood at $48 per square meter in 2020, surging by 128% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for woven woolen fabrics in Uruguay?

In 2020, the average woolen fabric import price amounted to $13 per square meter, which is down by -43.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the woolen fabric 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 13201230 - Woven fabrics of carded wool or carded fine animal hair
Prodcom 13201260 - Woven fabrics of combed wool or combed fine animal hair, w oven fabrics of coarse animal hair

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 2012–2024
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. 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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024