Latin America and the Caribbean: Zinc Articles Market 2020

Zinc Articles Market Size in Latin America and the Caribbean

The revenue of the zinc articles market in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X in 2017, declining by -X% against the previous year. The zinc articles consumption continues to indicate a slight growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the zinc articles market attained its peak figure level of $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

Zinc Articles Production in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2017, approx. X tons of zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip and foil were produced in Latin America and the Caribbean; remaining stable against the previous year. The zinc articles production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011, with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of zinc articles production peaked in 2017, and is likely to continue its growth in the near future.

Zinc Articles Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2017, approx. X tons of zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip and foil were exported in Latin America and the Caribbean; rising by X% against the previous year. The zinc articles exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017, with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the zinc articles exports reached its peak figure volume of X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

In value terms, zinc articles exports amounted to $X in 2017. The zinc articles exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of exports peaked of $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it failed to regain its momentum.

Zinc Articles Exports by Country in Latin America and the Caribbean

Peru prevails in zinc articles exports structure, resulting at X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2017. Jamaica (X tons) took the mild share of total exports.

Peru experienced a relatively flat trend pattern of zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip and foil exports. At the same time, Jamaica (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Jamaica emerged as the fastest growing exporter in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2017. Peru (X%) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global exports, while Jamaica saw its share reduced by -X% from 2007 to 2017, respectively.

In value terms, Peru ($X) remains the largest zinc articles supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean, making up X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Jamaica ($X), with a X% share of global exports.

From 2007 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value in Peru was relatively modest.

Zinc Articles Export Prices by Country in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2017, the zinc articles export price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -X% against the previous year. The zinc articles export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010, when the export prices increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the export prices for zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip and foil reached its peak figure level of $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, it failed to regain its momentum.

There were significant differences in the average export prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2017, the country with the highest export price was Peru ($X per ton), while Jamaica ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of export prices was attained by Jamaica (+X% per year).

Zinc Articles Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

The imports stood at X tons in 2017, growing by X% against the previous year. The zinc articles imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the zinc articles imports reached its peak figure volume of X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it failed to regain its momentum.

In value terms, zinc articles imports stood at $X in 2017. The zinc articles imports continue to indicate a mild decrease. Over the period under review, the zinc articles imports reached its peak figure level of $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

Zinc Articles Imports by Country in Latin America and the Caribbean

Mexico dominates zinc articles imports structure, reaching X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2017. It was distantly followed by Guatemala (X tons) and Brazil (X tons), together creating X% share of total imports. The following importers - Guyana (X tons) and Peru (X tons) each finished at a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2017, average annual rates of growth with regard to zinc articles imports into Mexico stood at +X%. At the same time, Peru (+X%) and Guyana (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Peru emerged as the fastest growing importer in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2017. By contrast, Guatemala (-X%) and Brazil (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Brazil (X%) and Guatemala (X%) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global imports, while Guyana, Peru and Mexico saw its share reduced by -X%, -X% and -X% from 2007 to 2017, respectively.

In value terms, Mexico ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip and foil in Latin America and the Caribbean, making up X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by Guatemala, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value in Mexico was relatively modest. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (+X% per year) and Guatemala (-X% per year).

Zinc Articles Import Prices by Country in Latin America and the Caribbean

The zinc articles import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per ton in 2017, growing by X% against the previous year. The zinc articles import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013, when it surged by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the import prices for zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip and foil reached its maximum level of $X per ton in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2017, it failed to regain its momentum.

There were significant differences in the average import prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2017, the country with the highest import price was Brazil ($X per ton), while Peru ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of import prices was attained by Brazil (+X% per year), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform