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Bentonite Market Size in MERCOSUR
The MERCOSUR bentonite market amounted to $X in 2023, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2023, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Bentonite Production in MERCOSUR
In value terms, bentonite production stood at $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2023, production growth failed to regain momentum.
Bentonite Exports
Exports in MERCOSUR
In 2023, after four years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of bentonite, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. In general, exports continue to indicate a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, bentonite exports rose slightly to $X in 2023. Overall, exports recorded a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Argentina was the largest exporter of bentonite in MERCOSUR, with the volume of exports recording X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. Uruguay (X tons) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Peru (X%) and Brazil (X%).
Exports from Argentina decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Peru (X%) and Uruguay (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Peru emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Brazil (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Uruguay and Peru increased by X and X percentage points, respectively.
In value terms, Argentina ($X), Brazil ($X) and Peru ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, together comprising X% of total exports.
Among the main exporting countries, Peru, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2023, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while Uruguay ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Bentonite Imports
Imports in MERCOSUR
In 2023, approx. X tons of bentonite were imported in MERCOSUR; with an increase of X% compared with 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, bentonite imports rose to $X in 2023. Total imports indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, imports decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Brazil (X tons) and Chile (X tons) were the key importers of bentonite in MERCOSUR, together accounting for approx. X% of total imports. Colombia (X tons) took an X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Ecuador (X%). The following importers - Peru (X tons) and Uruguay (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Uruguay (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Chile ($X), Brazil ($X) and Colombia ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023, together accounting for X% of total imports.
In terms of the main importing countries, Chile, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2023, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2022, and then declined in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Peru ($X per ton), while Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bentonite market in MERCOSUR. 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.
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in MERCOSUR, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in MERCOSUR
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Guyana
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Suriname
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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