2025 Aug Paraguay Soya beans (HS1201) Export Snapshot: Volume Drop

August Trend: Paraguay Soya beans Export

Soya beans, classified under HS Code 1201 (Soya beans, whether or not broken), saw exports decline sharply in August, with value dropping 37.91% MoM to $161.29M and volume falling 37.82% to 427.91M kg. The downturn followed a rebound in July, likely impacted by new Section 232 tariffs on copper derivatives and reciprocal tariff adjustments effective August 1, which may have disrupted trade flows. Unit prices held steady at $0.38/kg, down just 0.14% from July, suggesting stable demand despite the volume contraction. The August slump mirrors April’s 29.82% value drop, indicating potential seasonal or policy-driven volatility. Paraguay’s soya bean exports remain sensitive to external trade policy shifts.

Table: Paraguay Soya Beans Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Argentina dominates Paraguay's soya beans exports, accounting for 79.4% of value and 79.9% of weight, indicating a balanced bulk trade relationship with no significant value-volume gap—suggesting Argentina serves as a logistics hub for raw commodity flows. Brazil, the second-largest partner, shows a slight premium (19.2% value vs. 18.7% weight), hinting at marginal quality differentiation. The absence of premium markets (Value >> Weight) or processing hubs (Weight >> Value) implies Paraguay’s export structure is volume-driven, prioritizing scale over value-added processing. This aligns with a cost-efficient supply chain, likely optimized for regional commodity demand rather than niche markets.

Table: Paraguay Soya Beans (HS Code 1201) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 1201 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS Code 12019000 (Soya beans; other than seed) dominates Paraguay's August 2025 exports, capturing 99% of volume and value—427.91M kg worth $161.29M. The near-total absence of seed-grade soybeans (12011000) confirms this market prioritizes bulk commodity trade over premium seeds, likely driven by cost-sensitive buyers. With no unit price data, the sheer weight and value concentration in non-seed soybeans signal a volume-first export strategy for Paraguay HS Code 1201, reinforcing its role as a low-margin, high-volume player.

Table: Paraguay (HS Code 1201) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay Soya Beans Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Soya Beans (HS Code 1201) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Soya beans Export perform in August?

Exports dropped 37.91% month-on-month to $161.29M, with volume down 37.82% to 427.91M kg. Unit price held steady at $0.38/kg (-0.14% MoM).

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Soya beans?

Argentina ($128.08M), Brazil ($31.01M), and Uruguay ($1.26M) accounted for 99% of total export value.

Who are the major Soya beans Buyers?

Cargill Incorporated led buyers at $22.97M, followed by Viterra B.V ($8.37M) and LDC Trading Service Co SA ($8.12M).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 1201, with significant activity in non-seed soya beans (HS 120190**, $161.29M).