Peru cement imports surge in September

Cement imports in Peru saw a massive surge in September, increasing by 470.79% compared to the previous year. A total of 71,932 metric tons (MT) were imported during the month.

Vietnam was the primary source of these imports, accounting for 85.71% of the total volume, followed by Chile at 12.62%. The remaining 1.67% originated from the Matarani Special Development Zone.

In terms of logistics, the Port of Chancay received the majority of the imported material at 82.01%, while the Tacna land terminal handled 12.62% and the Port of Matarani handled 5.37%. Average CIF prices varied significantly by entry point, with Chancay at US$ 64.53 per MT, Tacna at US$ 145.89 per MT, and Matarani at US$ 128.88 per MT.

Domestic production also showed growth. Asocem-affiliated companies produced 1.166 million MT of cement, a 10.68% increase compared to 2025. Clinker production rose by 33.36% to reach 891,000 MT, though this was a 5.87% decrease from August.