2025 Aug Paraguay Raw Cotton (HS520100) Export Snapshot: Volume Surge

August Trend: Paraguay Raw Cotton Export

Raw Cotton, classified under HS Code 520100 (Cotton, not carded or combed), saw exports surge in August, with value jumping 96.52% MoM to $1.22M and volume nearly doubling (+98.93%) to 844.71K kg. This rebound followed a 13.06% drop in unit prices the previous month, settling at $1.44/kg. The sharp uptick aligns with new Section 232 tariffs on copper derivatives, which may have diverted trade flows toward alternative commodities like cotton. Paraguay’s export momentum contrasts with the steep declines observed earlier in the year, particularly in March and April. The absence of May data suggests potential supply chain disruptions before the mid-year recovery.

Table: Paraguay Raw Cotton Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Vietnam dominates Paraguay's raw cotton exports, accounting for 76% of value and weight shares, indicating a balanced trade structure without a significant value-volume gap. This suggests Vietnam serves as both a bulk hub and a stable market for Paraguay's raw cotton, likely for further processing rather than premium end-use. Bangladesh, with a 24% share in both metrics, mirrors this pattern but at a smaller scale. The absence of a value premium implies Paraguay's exports are price-competitive, catering to cost-sensitive manufacturing hubs. The supply chain is optimized for volume-driven efficiency, targeting intermediate production rather than high-margin markets.

Table: Paraguay Raw Cotton (HS Code 520100) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 520100 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals 52010020 (Cotton; not carded or combed) dominates Paraguay’s HS Code 520100 exports, capturing 100% of volume (844.71K kg) and value ($1.22M) in August 2025. The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market, where Paraguay’s HS Code 520100 Export strategy prioritizes raw, unprocessed cotton over higher-value variants. This aligns with typical low-margin, high-volume commodity trade, reinforcing Paraguay’s role as a volume player in raw cotton. The lack of diversified sub-codes indicates minimal product differentiation—a clear volume-over-value play.

Paraguay Raw Cotton Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Raw Cotton (HS Code 520100) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Raw Cotton Export perform in August?

Exports surged 96.52% month-on-month to $1.22M, with volume up 98.93% to 844.71K kg. Unit prices dipped 1.21% to $1.44/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Raw Cotton?

Vietnam ($930.09K), Bangladesh ($288.60K).

Who are the major Raw Cotton Buyers?

CDI Cotton Distributors Inc ($298.47K) and Otto Stadtlander GmbH ($288.60K) dominated purchases.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 520100.