2025 Q3 Paraguay Ferro-silicon (HS720221) Export Snapshot: Price Fluctuations
Q3 Trend: Paraguay Ferro-silicon Export
Ferro-silicon, classified under HS Code 720221 (Ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon), saw mixed export trends in Q3 2025. Unit prices swung sharply, rising 18.92% MoM in July to $1.63/kg before dropping 13.83% in August to $1.40/kg, then rebounding 12.83% in September to $1.58/kg. Export volumes dipped 4.58% in July and another 10.75% in September, though August saw a slight 1.03% uptick. Despite price volatility, export values held steady, with a 13.47% MoM jump in July to $1.83M USD, followed by modest declines in August (-12.94%) and September (+0.70%).
Table: Paraguay Ferro-silicon Export Trend (Source: yTrade)
| Date | Value | Weight | Unit Price | Value MoM | Weight MoM | Unit Price MoM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-01 | 1.48M USD | 1.04M kg | $1.42/kg | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2025-02-01 | 1.54M USD | 955.50K kg | $1.61/kg | +3.68% | -8.50% | +13.32% |
| 2025-03-01 | 1.66M USD | 1.11M kg | $1.49/kg | +8.10% | +16.59% | -7.28% |
| 2025-04-01 | 1.38M USD | 933.29K kg | $1.48/kg | -17.18% | -16.22% | -1.14% |
| 2025-05-01 | 1.20M USD | 792.00K kg | $1.51/kg | -13.01% | -15.14% | +2.50% |
| 2025-06-01 | 1.61M USD | 1.18M kg | $1.37/kg | +34.67% | +48.74% | -9.46% |
| 2025-07-01 | 1.83M USD | 1.12M kg | $1.63/kg | +13.47% | -4.58% | +18.92% |
| 2025-08-01 | 1.59M USD | 1.14M kg | $1.40/kg | -12.94% | +1.03% | -13.83% |
| 2025-09-01 | 1.61M USD | 1.01M kg | $1.58/kg | +0.70% | -10.75% | +12.83% |
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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic
Canada dominates Paraguay's ferro-silicon exports, accounting for 44.87% of value but only 40.16% of weight, signaling a premium market demand for higher-grade material. Brazil, the second-largest partner, shows a similar but less pronounced gap (24.55% value vs. 19.46% weight), reinforcing the trend of value-driven trade. The Netherlands, however, reverses this logic with 14.12% weight share but just 6.89% value share, acting as a bulk hub for lower-margin shipments. This split suggests Paraguay’s export strategy balances premium buyers (Canada, Brazil) with cost-efficient bulk flows (Netherlands). The supply chain is optimized for dual objectives: margin capture in key markets and volume clearance elsewhere.
Table: Paraguay Ferro-silicon (HS Code 720221) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)
| Destination Country | Value | Quantity | Frequency | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | 2.26M | 1.31M | 13.00 | 1.31M |
| BRAZIL | 1.24M | 637.00K | 90.00 | 637.00K |
| UNITED STATES | 542.90K | 400.00K | 4.00 | 400.00K |
| ARGENTINA | 539.65K | 378.50K | 18.00 | 378.50K |
| NETHERLANDS | 346.50K | 462.00K | 13.00 | 462.00K |
| URUGUAY | ****** | ****** | ****** | ****** |
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Paraguay HS Code 720221 Breakdown & Value Logic
yTrade data reveals 72022100 (Ferro-silicon >55% silicon) dominates Paraguay's Q3 2025 exports, capturing 100% of volume (3.27M tons) and value ($5.03M). The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market, where high-volume, low-margin trade eclipses niche segments. This aligns with Paraguay HS Code 720221 Export trends favoring raw material throughput over premium processing. The remaining sub-codes are negligible, reinforcing a volume-centric strategy. Expect sustained focus on mass production unless price transparency emerges.
Paraguay Ferro-silicon Buyers List
Table: Paraguay Ferro-silicon (HS Code 720221) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)
| Buyer Company | Value | Quantity | Frequency | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELKEM METAL CANADA INC | 2.26M | 1.31M | 13.00 | 1.31M |
| ELKEM MATERIALS SOUTH AMERICA LTDA | 731.71K | 386.00K | 65.00 | 386.00K |
| ELKEM MATERIALS INC | 542.90K | 400.00K | 4.00 | 400.00K |
| RIBER SID IND. E COMERCIO E TRANSPORTES LTDA | ****** | ****** | ****** | ****** |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How did Paraguay Ferro-silicon Export perform in Q3?
Exports dipped 12.94% month-on-month in August but rebounded slightly (+0.70%) in September, averaging $1.60M per month. Unit prices fluctuated sharply, dropping 13.83% in August before rising 12.83% in September.
What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Ferro-silicon?
Canada ($2.26M), Brazil ($1.24M), and the United States ($542.90K) were the top destinations.
Who are the major Ferro-silicon Buyers?
Elkem Group dominates purchases, with its Canadian, Brazilian, and U.S. subsidiaries accounting for 3 of the top 4 buyers.
What is the specific HS Code for this trade?
The data covers HS Code 720221.
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