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Caustic Soda Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter in Uruguay

Uruguay has pulp, beef, grain and dairy industries, with Montevideo as a regional logistics hub.. Hurain Engitech & Trade supplies caustic soda to Uruguay — caustic soda flakes and pearls (NaOH ≥ 98%) for refining, soap and chemicals.

Currency: Uruguayan peso (UYU)
Main ports: Montevideo
Sea transit from Gujarat: 35–55 days
Import taxes: Import duty plus VAT (IVA / ICMS) under the national tariff
Our hours (local): 01:00–10:30 Uruguay time (09:30–19:00 IST), Monday to Saturday

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Quick answer

Who is a reliable caustic soda supplier and exporter for Uruguay?

Hurain Engitech & Trade, based in Palanpur, Gujarat, manufactures, wholesales and exports caustic soda to buyers in Uruguay, including Paysandú, Montevideo, Fray Bentos. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF Montevideo with about 35–55 days sea transit and full export documents.

Why Uruguay needs caustic soda

Uruguay has pulp, beef, grain and dairy industries, with Montevideo as a regional logistics hub.

Caustic soda, phosphoric acid and citric acid are used continuously in oil neutralisation, degumming and many process industries.

Edible oil milling & refining in Uruguay

Edible-oil refineries in Uruguay depend on bleaching earth, filter aid, caustic soda and citric acid for every batch, plus conveyors to move seed and meal. We supply the consumables, handling equipment and packaging from one source.

In Uruguay, oilseed crushing mills and solvent extraction plants buy caustic soda from us mainly for edible oil neutralisation and degumming and soap and detergent manufacturing.

Who buys caustic soda: Oilseed crushing mills · Solvent extraction plants · Edible oil refineries · Oil packers

Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals in Uruguay

Uruguay's chemical producers run planned shutdowns in which pipe spools, gaskets, valves and pump seals are replaced together, and they package output in UN-rated HDPE containers.

In Uruguay, petrochemical complexes and fertiliser plants buy caustic soda from us mainly for food and beverage and pharmaceuticals.

Who buys caustic soda: Petrochemical complexes · Fertiliser plants · Speciality chemical makers · Chemical distributors

FMCG, beverages & packaging in Uruguay

Bottlers and consumer brands in Uruguay import PET preforms, HDPE bottles and barrels, and glass packaging. Shipping preforms instead of finished bottles cuts freight per unit dramatically.

In Uruguay, beverage & water bottlers and food processors buy caustic soda from us mainly for textile processing and water treatment.

Who buys caustic soda: Beverage & water bottlers · Food processors · Personal-care brands · Chemical packers

Pharmaceuticals & healthcare in Uruguay

Healthcare packaging buyers in Uruguay want UV-protective amber glass, tamper-evident closures and consistent neck finishes that run cleanly on their filling lines.

In Uruguay, pharma manufacturers and nutraceutical brands buy caustic soda from us mainly for edible oil neutralisation and degumming and soap and detergent manufacturing.

Who buys caustic soda: Pharma manufacturers · Nutraceutical brands · Laboratories · Hospitals

Typical uses: Edible oil neutralisation and degumming · Soap and detergent manufacturing · Food and beverage · Pharmaceuticals · Textile processing · Water treatment.

Top 4 cities for caustic soda in Uruguay

Ranked by how closely each city's industries match the buyers of caustic soda. Every city links to its own page with local delivery details.

Importing caustic soda into Uruguay: local guide

Practical facts for buyers in Uruguay — working days, time difference, customs system, trade-agreement duty and the seasons to plan around.

Weekend	Saturday–Sunday (many trading firms also work Saturday mornings)
Our office hours in your time	01:00–10:30 Uruguay time (09:30–19:00 IST), Monday to Saturday
Country calling code	+598 (our WhatsApp: +91 87809 43729)
Business languages	Spanish; we correspond in English
Currency	Uruguayan peso (UYU); quotations in USD
Trade agreement with India	India–MERCOSUR Preferential Trade Agreement — reduced duty on listed goods
Plan orders around	the Christmas–New Year period, when many buyers and forwarders close

Caustic Soda specifications for Uruguay

Typical specification range for refinery chemicals; exact values are confirmed per order and matched to Uruguay's import requirements.

Caustic soda	Flakes / pearls, NaOH ≥ 98–99%
Citric acid	Anhydrous and monohydrate, 99.5–100.5%
Grades	Industrial and food / pharma grade
Packing	25 kg bags; jumbo bags; palletised

Standards: IS 252 (caustic soda), BP / USP / FCC (citric acid) or the standard your project specifies. MERCOSUR rules apply; the India–MERCOSUR PTA may reduce duty.

Price, duties & landed cost in Uruguay

Quotation currency	USD (EUR on request); you pay in Uruguayan peso (UYU) through your bank
Incoterms	EXW, FOB Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat), CFR or CIF Montevideo
Import taxes	Import duty plus VAT (IVA / ICMS) under the national tariff
Import conformity	MERCOSUR rules apply; the India–MERCOSUR PTA may reduce duty.
Export documents	Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading; test certificates / COA where applicable
Payment	50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders.

Packing for shipment to Uruguay

Powders are packed in 25 kg laminated HDPE or paper bags with PE liners, or in 500–1000 kg jumbo bags, palletised and stretch-wrapped. Hazardous chemicals carry UN-approved packing, labels and DG declarations.

How to order

How to import caustic soda into Uruguay

01Share your requirement. Send product names, specifications or drawings, quantities, destination port and any required standards by form, email or WhatsApp.
02Receive a detailed quotation. We confirm specifications and reply with price (EXW, FOB, CFR or CIF), MOQ, packing, lead time and payment terms.
03Approve samples or drawings. Where needed we send samples, GA drawings or technical data sheets for approval before production.
04Production and sourcing. Your order is manufactured or sourced from qualified partner factories and tracked against the agreed schedule.
05Inspection and testing. Goods are checked for quantity, dimensions, finish and function; third-party inspection can be arranged on request.
06Export packing and documents. Goods are packed for sea or air freight and shipped with invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and bill of lading.

Citric Acid in Uruguay

FAQ

Caustic Soda in Uruguay — frequently asked questions

Do you export caustic soda to Uruguay?

Yes. Hurain Engitech & Trade manufactures, supplies and exports caustic soda from India to importers, distributors and project buyers in Uruguay, by sea (FCL or LCL) or by air, with full export documentation.

Which cities in Uruguay do you deliver caustic soda to?

We deliver anywhere in Uruguay. The cities with the highest demand for caustic soda are Paysandú, Montevideo, Fray Bentos and Nueva Palmira, because of their fmcg, beverages & packaging industries.

How long does delivery of caustic soda to Uruguay take?

Indicative sea transit from Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat) to Montevideo is about 35–55 days, plus production and inland time. The confirmed schedule is given in the quotation.

What does caustic soda cost in Uruguay?

Price depends on the size, grade, quantity and packing of the caustic soda you need, so we quote per enquiry in USD, which your bank converts to Uruguayan peso. Mixed-product containers usually lower the landed cost per item.

What import rules apply to caustic soda in Uruguay?

Import duty plus VAT (IVA / ICMS) under the national tariff. MERCOSUR rules apply; the India–MERCOSUR PTA may reduce duty. Confirm the HS code and duty with your customs broker; we provide the invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and test certificates.

Is there a trade agreement between India and Uruguay?

India–MERCOSUR Preferential Trade Agreement — reduced duty on listed goods. Ask us to issue the matching preferential certificate of origin with your caustic soda shipment.

Can I combine caustic soda with other products in one shipment to Uruguay?

Yes. Caustic Soda can be consolidated with other refinery chemicals and products from our other divisions in one FCL or LCL container with one set of documents.

Is caustic soda classified as dangerous goods?

Yes. Caustic soda is a corrosive (UN 1823, Class 8) and is shipped with the correct DG declaration, labelling and packing.

Which citric acid grade is used for oil degumming?

Both anhydrous and monohydrate citric acid are used; refineries usually dissolve it as a 30–50% solution for acid degumming.

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