Key Market Indicators
Uruguay's manganese imports are expected to nosedive in the coming years. In 2021, the country imported 648 kilograms of the mineral, putting it in 78th place worldwide. This was a stark contrast to Morocco, which imported 648 kilograms to overtake Uruguay. Japan, Russia and India, meanwhile, held the top three spots in the ranking. On average, Uruguay's imports are forecast to decrease by 46.7% year-on-year until 2026. Since 2001, the country's demand for manganese has dropped by 25.9% annually.
