2025 Oct Paraguay Raw Cotton (HS 520100) Export Snapshot: Volume Surges

October Trend: Paraguay Raw Cotton Export

Raw Cotton, classified under HS Code 520100 (Cotton, not carded or combed), saw exports surge in October, with value jumping 123% MoM to $3.92M and volume rising 135% to 2.95M kg. Unit prices dipped 5.15% to $1.33/kg, marking the third consecutive monthly decline. The sharp volume growth offset the softening prices, driving total export value to its highest level this year. Paraguay’s push for greater trade influence within MERCOSUR aligns with this export momentum, though direct causation remains unconfirmed. The sustained expansion suggests robust demand or competitive pricing in key markets.

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 62.35% of value and 62.67% of weight, revealing a balanced value-volume gap—indicating Vietnam serves as a bulk processing hub for raw materials rather than a premium market. The near-identical ratios across value, weight, and frequency (66.67%) suggest a highly efficient, volume-driven supply chain optimized for cost over speed. Secondary markets like Bangladesh and Turkey mirror this pattern, reinforcing Paraguay's role as a supplier of commoditized raw cotton. The lack of premium pricing signals limited product differentiation or value-added processing in Paraguay's export structure. Strategic takeaway: Paraguay's trade is structurally anchored to bulk buyers, with little incentive to upgrade quality or diversify downstream.

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, accounting for 100% of volume (2.95M kg) and value ($3.92M) in October 2025. The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market, where low-cost, high-volume raw cotton defines Paraguay’s export strategy. The lack of diversified sub-codes under 520100 reinforces a focus on unprocessed commodity trade, typical of agrarian economies prioritizing scale over premium segmentation. This signals a market anchored in volume efficiency rather than value-added differentiation.

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 October?

Exports surged 123% month-on-month to $3.92M, with volume up 135% to 2.95M kg. Unit prices dropped 5% to $1.33/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Raw Cotton?

Vietnam ($2.45M), Bangladesh ($536.13K), and Turkey ($526.03K) were the top destinations.

Who are the major Raw Cotton Buyers?

CDI Cotton Distributors Inc ($1.93M) and Otto Stadtlander GmbH ($673.78K) dominated purchases.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 520100.