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South Africa - Synthetic Filament Tow And Staple Fibers, Not Carded Or Combed - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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South Africa - Synthetic Filament Tow And Staple Fibers, Not Carded Or Combed - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Dec 25, 2023

South Africa's October 2023 Export of Synthetic Filament Tow Plummets to $4.2M

South Africa Synthetic Filament Tow Exports

Synthetic filament tow exports from South Africa shrank sharply to 2.8K tons in October 2023, dropping by -19.8% on the previous month's figure. Over the period under review, total exports indicated slight growth from October 2022 to October 2023: its volume increased at an average monthly rate of +1.7% over the last twelve months. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on October 2023 figures, exports increased by +2.8% against July 2023 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in November 2022 with an increase of 45% m-o-m.

In value terms, synthetic filament tow exports declined sharply to $4.2M (IndexBox estimates) in October 2023. In general, exports saw a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2023 with an increase of 40% month-to-month. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $6.3M. From April 2023 to October 2023, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.South Africa Synthetic Filament Tow Exports By Country (Thousand USD)

COUNTRYExport Value of Synthetic Filament Tow in South Africa (thousand USD)
Oct 2022Nov 2022Dec 2022Jan 2023Feb 2023Mar 2023Apr 2023May 2023Jun 2023Jul 2023Aug 2023Sep 2023Oct 2023
Mozambique1,4951,7891,5926991,2511,9281,2491,7291,4611,2852,0091,3361,534
Zambia837573408479616846615863752518612680909
Zimbabwe13099.069.9155214482322227243341279479150
Lithuania84.897.021338414922.620.913319025823922.061.3
United Kingdom79.8225117232329121N/A23210515812610946.0
Others2,6352,0631,2361,3651,9012,8532,6811,7862,4561,4811,9112,5491,487
Total5,2624,8463,6363,3144,4596,2534,8894,9695,2084,0415,1775,1764,188

Exports by Country

Mozambique (709 tons), Zambia (533 tons) and Zimbabwe (127 tons) were the main destinations of synthetic filament tow exports from South Africa, with a combined 49% share of total exports. The UK and Lithuania lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 5.8%.

From October 2022 to October 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of +2.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Mozambique ($1.5M), Zambia ($909K) and Zimbabwe ($150K) were the largest markets for synthetic filament tow exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 62% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Zimbabwe, with a CAGR of +1.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports by Type

Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning (2.3K tons) was the largest type of synthetic filament tow exported from South Africa, accounting for a 80% share of total exports. Moreover, synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning exceeded the volume of the second product type, synthetic filament tow (560 tons), fourfold.

From October 2022 to October 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of export of synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning amounted to +2.8%.

In value terms, synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning ($2.7M) and synthetic filament tow ($1.4M) were the most exported types of synthetic filament tow and staple fibers, not carded or combed from South Africa worldwide.

Synthetic filament tow, with a CAGR of -0.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main product categories over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In October 2023, the synthetic filament tow price stood at $1,489 per ton (FOB, South Africa), leveling off at the previous month. In general, the export price, however, saw a pronounced downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in December 2022 an increase of 17% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $2,283 per ton in October 2022; however, from November 2022 to October 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In October 2023, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($3,104 per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($398 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From October 2022 to October 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Cuba (+7.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the synthetic filament tow market in South Africa. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 20601110 - Aramids staple, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601120 - Other polyamide tow and staple, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601130 - Polyester tow and staple, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601140 - Acrylic tow and staple, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601150 - Polypropylene synthetic tow and staple not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
  • Prodcom 20601190 - Other synthetic tow and staple not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

Country coverage:

  • South Africa

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
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  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    12. Exports and Growth, By Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    14. Production Volume and Growth
    15. Exports and Growth
    16. Export Prices and Growth
    17. Market Size and Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports and Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024

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