2025 May Paraguay Bananas (HS 0803) Export Snapshot: Volume Up

May Trend: Paraguay Bananas Export

Bananas, classified under HS Code 0803 (Bananas, including plantains, fresh or dried.), saw mixed trends in May, with export value rising 4.5% MoM to $3.86M despite an 11.3% drop in unit price to $0.43/kg. Shipment volume surged 17.8% to 8.93M kg, marking the third consecutive monthly increase. The price decline followed a 9.4% gain in April, suggesting potential market oversupply. No direct trade policy impacts were evident from recent regulatory updates. Paraguay's export momentum remains strong, with cumulative weight up 58% since February.

Table: Paraguay Bananas Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Argentina dominates Paraguay's banana exports, accounting for 98.9% of value and 98.7% of weight, revealing a balanced Value-Volume Gap—indicating a stable, bulk-oriented trade flow without premium pricing. Uruguay, a minor player (1.1% value share), mirrors this pattern, suggesting both markets prioritize cost-efficient volume over high-grade demand. The near-identical value-weight ratios imply commoditized trade, where Paraguay’s supply chain is optimized for scale rather than differentiation. This structure highlights reliance on Argentina as a bulk hub, with limited diversification into premium or niche markets. Strategic focus should remain on volume-driven logistics to sustain competitiveness.

Table: Paraguay Bananas (HS Code 0803) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 0803 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals 08039000 (fresh/dried bananas, excluding plantains) dominates Paraguay's HS Code 0803 exports at 100% frequency and volume share (8.93M kg), signaling a market driven by low-cost bulk volume. The absence of unit price data suggests commoditized trade, where scale—not premium pricing—fuels value ($3.86M). This aligns with Paraguay's role as a volume-focused exporter in May 2025, with no diversification under 0803. The remaining sub-codes are negligible, reinforcing a single-product reliance. Expect stability, not premium shifts, in this segment.

Table: Paraguay (HS Code 0803) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay Bananas Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Bananas (HS Code 0803) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Bananas Export perform in May?

Exports rose 4.5% month-on-month to $3.86M, with shipment volume up 17.8% to 8.93M kg. Unit prices fell 11.3% to $0.43/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Bananas?

Argentina dominated with $3.82M (99% of total), followed by Uruguay at $41.27K.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 0803, with significant activity in fresh bananas (080390**).