Africa: Market for Inorganic Oxygen Compounds Of Non-Metals 2025

Market Size for Inorganic Oxygen Compounds Of Non-Metals in Africa

In 2021, after nine years of growth, there was decline in the African market for inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals, when its value decreased by -3.3% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, posted prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

Production of Inorganic Oxygen Compounds Of Non-Metals in Africa

In value terms, inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals production shrank modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 69% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Exports of Inorganic Oxygen Compounds Of Non-Metals

Exports in Africa

Inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals exports dropped modestly to X tons in 2021, approximately mirroring the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 36% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals exports shrank slightly to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Morocco prevails in exports structure, finishing at X tons, which was approx. 96% of total exports in 2021. South Africa (X tons) took a minor share of total exports.

Morocco was also the fastest-growing in terms of the inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals exports, with a CAGR of -1.8% from 2012 to 2021. South Africa (-12.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Morocco (+7.4 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of South Africa (-5.5 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Morocco ($X) remains the largest inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals supplier in Africa, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Africa ($X), with a 9.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Morocco was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the export price increased by 11%. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Morocco stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+7.9%).

Imports of Inorganic Oxygen Compounds Of Non-Metals

Imports in Africa

In 2021, supplies from abroad of inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals decreased by -27% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, imports continue to indicate a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 129%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals imports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Total imports indicated a modest increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 35%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the seven major importers of inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals, namely Kenya, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Nigeria, South Africa and Egypt, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Morocco (with a CAGR of +11.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Morocco ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals in Africa, comprising 29% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Kenya ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Nigeria, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Morocco amounted to +25.1%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kenya (+9.6% per year) and Nigeria (+15.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 5% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a tangible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 193%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per ton), while Tunisia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Morocco (+12.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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