MERCOSUR - Slag Wool, Rock Wool and Similar Mineral Wools and Mixtures - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Mineral Wool Market Size in MERCOSUR
The MERCOSUR mineral wool market reduced slightly to $X in 2023, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Mineral Wool Production in MERCOSUR
In value terms, mineral wool production reduced modestly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.
Mineral Wool Exports
Exports in MERCOSUR
After two years of growth, overseas shipments of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures decreased by X% to X tons in 2023. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2022, and then contracted significantly in the following year.
In value terms, mineral wool exports dropped notably to $X in 2023. In general, exports showed a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
In 2023, Colombia (X tons) represented the key exporter of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures, mixing up X% of total exports. Brazil (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Chile (X tons) and Venezuela (X tons). All these countries together took approx. X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to mineral wool exports from Colombia stood at X%. At the same time, Venezuela (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Venezuela emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Chile (X%) and Brazil (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Colombia (X p.p.) and Venezuela (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Brazil saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Colombia ($X), Brazil ($X) and Chile ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, together comprising X% of total exports. Venezuela lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further X%.
In terms of the main exporting countries, Venezuela, 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 a decline in the exports figures.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2023, shrinking by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a perceptible curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Chile ($X per ton) and Brazil ($X per ton), while Colombia ($X per ton) and Venezuela ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Mineral Wool Imports
Imports in MERCOSUR
Mineral wool imports shrank to X tons in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports continue to indicate a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, mineral wool imports declined to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports showed a perceptible contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when imports increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
Chile (X tons) and Peru (X tons) represented roughly X% of total imports in 2023. Brazil (X tons) held a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Colombia (X%), Ecuador (X%) and Argentina (X%). Uruguay (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Uruguay (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.
In value terms, the largest mineral wool importing markets in MERCOSUR were Chile ($X), Peru ($X) and Brazil ($X), together comprising X% of total imports. Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador and Uruguay lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main importing countries, Uruguay, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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
In 2023, the import price in MERCOSUR amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while Ecuador ($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 mineral wool 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.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 23991910 - Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures thereof, in bulk, sheets or rolls
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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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