Africa: Aluminium Alloy Tube Market 2025

Aluminium Alloy Tube Market Size in Africa

The African aluminium alloy tube market rose significantly to $X in 2022, surging by 7.9% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The level of consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Aluminium Alloy Tube Production in Africa

In value terms, aluminium alloy tube production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 27% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Aluminium Alloy Tube Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2022, exports of aluminium alloy tubes and pipes in Africa was estimated at X tons, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 18%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, aluminium alloy tube exports reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa represented the main exporter of aluminium alloy tubes and pipes in Africa, with the volume of exports recording X tons, which was near 80% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Egypt (X tons), comprising a 19% share of total exports.

South Africa experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of aluminium alloy tubes and pipes. At the same time, Egypt (+32.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Egypt emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of +32.0% from 2012-2022. Egypt (+17 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while South Africa saw its share reduced by -17.2% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest aluminium alloy tube supplier in Africa, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Egypt ($X), with a 9.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa stood at -2.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -8.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 7.6%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Egypt amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+2.4%).

Aluminium Alloy Tube Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2022, the amount of aluminium alloy tubes and pipes imported in Africa skyrocketed to X tons, increasing by 44% on 2021. Total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +46.1% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, aluminium alloy tube imports soared to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

South Africa represented the major importer of aluminium alloy tubes and pipes in Africa, with the volume of imports finishing at X tons, which was approx. 32% of total imports in 2022. Morocco (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a 15% share, followed by Niger (7.1%), Ghana (5.5%), Tunisia (4.8%) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (4.7%). Cote d'Ivoire (X tons), Nigeria (X tons), Algeria (X tons), Libya (X tons), Guinea (X tons), Senegal (X tons) and Ethiopia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into South Africa increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Niger (+63.2%), Cote d'Ivoire (+37.8%), Guinea (+16.0%), Morocco (+15.5%), Libya (+14.3%), Democratic Republic of the Congo (+10.2%), Ghana (+5.4%), Tunisia (+5.3%), Senegal (+4.5%) and Ethiopia (+4.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Niger emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Africa, with a CAGR of +63.2% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Nigeria (-1.4%) and Algeria (-2.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Morocco, Niger, Cote d'Ivoire and Democratic Republic of the Congo increased by +9.1, +7, +3.3 and +1.6 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported aluminium alloy tubes and pipes in Africa, comprising 34% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Morocco ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Tunisia, with an 8.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa stood at +1.4%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Morocco (+12.9% per year) and Tunisia (+8.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 2.7%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Tunisia ($X per ton), while Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Niger (+12.0%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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