2025 Q1 Paraguay Aluminum articles (HS 7616) Export Snapshot: Declining Exports

Q1 Trend: Paraguay Aluminum articles Export

Aluminum articles, classified under HS Code 7616 (Aluminum articles, n.e.s., including parts thereof), saw mixed export trends in Q1 2025. Unit prices rose 1.45% MoM in February to $10.62/kg, then edged up another 0.65% in March to $10.69/kg, while export volumes contracted—dropping 9.31% MoM in February and 2.63% in March. The impending U.S. aluminum tariff hike to 25% from March 12 may have accelerated shipments early in the quarter, as February’s export value fell 8% MoM to $6.14M despite higher prices. By March, total export value dipped to $6.02M, down 2% from February.

Table: Paraguay Aluminum Articles Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Brazil dominates Paraguay's aluminum articles exports, accounting for 98.6% of value but 99.98% of quantity, revealing a bulk hub dynamic where high-volume, low-margin trade overshadows premium demand. The near-total reliance on Brazil suggests a supply chain optimized for cost-efficiency over diversification, with minimal value-added processing. Other markets (Argentina, Uruguay) contribute marginally, reflecting fragmented regional demand. Strategic priority: consolidate Brazil’s logistics advantage while probing niche opportunities in higher-value EU/US shipments.

Table: Paraguay Aluminum Articles (HS Code 7616) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 7616 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals 76169900 (Aluminium articles n.e.c.) dominates Paraguay's Q1 2025 exports, capturing 99.97% of quantity and 99.95% of value under HS Code 7616, dwarfing niche items like nails and screws. The sheer volume-to-value ratio suggests a low-margin, high-volume trade—typical of bulk commodity exports rather than premium finished goods. This aligns with Paraguay HS Code 7616 Export trends favoring raw or semi-processed aluminium, where scale trumps unit price. The remaining sub-codes are negligible, collectively under 0.1% across metrics. Conclusion: Paraguay’s aluminium export market is volume-driven, prioritizing mass over specialization.

Table: Paraguay (HS Code 7616) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay Aluminum Articles Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Aluminum Articles (HS Code 7616) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Aluminum articles Export perform in Q1?

Exports declined 8% month-on-month in February to $6.14M, with a further 2% drop in March to $6.02M. Unit prices edged up 1.45% and 0.65% respectively.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Aluminum articles?

Brazil dominated with $18.58M in shipments, followed by Argentina ($210.16K) and Uruguay ($21.43K).

Who are the major Aluminum articles Buyers?

Ball Beverage Can South America S.A accounted for 76% of total export value ($14.22M), indicating concentrated industrial demand.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 7616, with significant activity in aluminium articles n.e.c. (HS 761699), representing $18.83M of total exports.

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