2025 May Paraguay Paddy Rice (HS 100620) Export Snapshot: Vol Dip

May Trend: Paraguay Paddy Rice Export

Paddy Rice, classified under HS Code 100620 (Rice in the husk (paddy or rough)), saw exports decline further in May, with unit prices dropping 7.9% month-on-month to $0.34/kg. Shipments fell 12.6% by volume to 33.72M kg, while export value contracted 19.5% to $11.43M USD. This marks the third consecutive month of declining prices and volumes, following a peak in March. The downward trend suggests softening demand or competitive pressures in key markets. No specific external events were cited in the data to explain the contraction.

Table: Paraguay Paddy Rice Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Brazil dominates Paraguay's Paddy Rice exports, accounting for 94.3% of value and 95.2% of weight, revealing a balanced value-volume gap—indicating Brazil serves as both a bulk buyer and primary market, likely for raw or semi-processed rice. Portugal, the distant second (5.4% value, 4.6% weight), shows a slight premium tilt, suggesting niche demand for higher-grade rice. The near-total reliance on Brazil signals a cost-driven, logistics-optimized supply chain, with minimal diversification risk. Strategic priority: deepen Brazilian market penetration or explore premium niches in secondary markets like Portugal.

Table: Paraguay Paddy Rice (HS Code 100620) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 100620 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS 10062020 (Husked Brown Rice) dominates Paraguay's May 2025 exports at 99.7% of volume and value, dwarfing other sub-codes. The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market, where Paraguay leverages scale over premium pricing for HS Code 100620 exports. This aligns with global rice trade trends, where cost efficiency trumps niche segmentation. The near-total reliance on one sub-code signals a commoditized export strategy—low-margin, high-volume—with minimal diversification. Expect stability but vulnerability to price shocks.

Paraguay Paddy Rice Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Paddy Rice (HS Code 100620) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Paddy Rice Export perform in May?

Exports dropped 19.5% month-on-month to $11.43M, with volumes down 12.6% to 33.72M kg. Unit prices fell 7.9% to $0.34/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Paddy Rice?

Brazil ($10.78M), Portugal ($618.85K), and Poland ($21.5K) were the top destinations.

Who are the major Paddy Rice Buyers?

Brasilia Alimentos Ltda dominated purchases at $1.66M, followed by Novarroz ($80K) and Empresas Tucapel ($9.7K).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 100620.