2025 May Paraguay Corn (HS1005) Export Snapshot: Volume Plunge

May Trend: Paraguay Corn Export

Corn, classified under HS Code 1005 (Maize (corn)), saw exports contract sharply in May, with value plunging 53.1% MoM to $12.61M and volume dropping 55.0% to 55.86M kg. This followed a modest 1.1% gain in April’s export value, which had been underpinned by a 5.9% rise in unit prices to $0.22/kg. The May downturn dragged unit prices to $0.23/kg, though they still rose 4.1% MoM, suggesting tighter supply or shifting buyer demand. No specific trade disruptions were cited in available reports.

Table: Paraguay Corn Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Brazil dominates Paraguay's corn exports, accounting for 99.31% of value and 99.09% of weight, revealing a balanced value-volume gap—indicating Brazil serves as both a bulk hub and stable end market. The minimal presence of Uruguay (0.69% value, 0.91% weight) suggests negligible diversification. This near-total reliance on Brazil reflects a cost-efficient supply chain, optimized for high-volume trade over market risk mitigation.

Table: Paraguay Corn (HS Code 1005) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 1005 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS 10059010 ("Cereals; maize (corn), other than seed") as the sole export under Paraguay HS Code 1005 in May 2025, capturing 100% of volume (55.86M kg) and value ($12.61M). The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market, where Paraguay’s HS Code 1005 Export strategy prioritizes mass quantity over premium segmentation. With no competing sub-codes, this dominance underscores a commodity-focused trade flow, likely targeting price-sensitive buyers. The market leans on scale, not differentiation—confirming Paraguay’s role as a volume player in global corn trade.

Table: Paraguay (HS Code 1005) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay Corn Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Corn (HS Code 1005) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Corn Export perform in May?

Paraguay's corn exports dropped 53.1% month-on-month to $12.61M in May, with volume down 55.0% to 55.86M kg. Unit prices rose 4.1% to $0.23/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Corn?

Brazil dominated with $12.53M (55.35M kg), followed by Uruguay at $87.03K (506K kg).

Who are the major Corn Buyers?

BRF SA led buyers with $578.25K (2.50M kg), followed by COPACOL at $147K (700K kg).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 1005, with significant activity in non-seed maize (HS 100590**, $12.61M, 55.86M kg).