MERCOSUR - Urea - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Urea Market Size in MERCOSUR
After six years of growth, the MERCOSUR urea market decreased by X% to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a moderate increase. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2022, and then fell markedly in the following year.
Urea Production in MERCOSUR
In value terms, urea production expanded rapidly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.
Urea Exports
Exports in MERCOSUR
In 2023, urea exports in MERCOSUR declined rapidly to X tons, shrinking by X% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports faced a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2023, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, urea exports reduced rapidly to $X in 2023. In general, exports recorded a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Venezuela dominates exports structure, reaching X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Brazil (X tons), creating an X% share of total exports. Peru (X tons) and Guyana (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Exports from Venezuela decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Guyana (X%) and Brazil (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Guyana emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Peru (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Venezuela (X p.p.), Brazil (X p.p.), Peru (X p.p.) and Guyana (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Venezuela ($X) remains the largest urea supplier in MERCOSUR, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with an X% share of total exports. It was followed by Peru, with a X% share.
In Venezuela, urea exports decreased by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Brazil (X% per year) and Peru (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2023, falling by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a tangible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2022, and then shrank sharply in the following year.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Guyana ($X per ton) and Brazil ($X per ton), while Peru ($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 Guyana (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Urea Imports
Imports in MERCOSUR
In 2023, overseas purchases of urea decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after six years of growth. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, urea imports declined remarkably to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2022, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.
Imports by Country
Brazil prevails in imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2023. Argentina (X tons) took an X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Chile (X%). Colombia (X tons), Uruguay (X tons) and Peru (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to urea imports into Brazil stood at X%. At the same time, Argentina (X%) and Uruguay (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Argentina emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Chile and Colombia experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Peru (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Brazil (X p.p.) and Argentina (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2023, the share of Colombia (X p.p.), Chile (X p.p.) and Peru (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Brazil ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported urea in MERCOSUR, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile, with a X% share.
In Brazil, urea imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Argentina (X% per year) and Chile (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2022, and then reduced markedly in the following year.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Colombia ($X per ton) and Peru ($X per ton), while Brazil ($X per ton) and Uruguay ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the urea 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:
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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
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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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
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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
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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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