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Africa: M-Xylene And Xylenes Market 2024

M-Xylene And Xylenes Market Size in Africa

The African m-xylene and xylenes market contracted modestly to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -2.1% against the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the market value increased by 6.9%. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

M-Xylene And Xylenes Production in Africa

In value terms, m-xylene and xylenes production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by 9.6%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

M-Xylene And Xylenes Exports

Exports in Africa

M-xylene and xylenes exports rose sharply to X tons in 2022, growing by 13% against 2021 figures. In general, exports showed a pronounced increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 101%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, m-xylene and xylenes exports expanded remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a pronounced increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 128% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from Algeria (X tons), together recording 99% of total export.

Algeria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the m-xylene and mixed xylene isomers exports, with a CAGR of +2.3% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Algeria ($X) also remains the largest m-xylene and xylenes supplier in Africa.

In Algeria, m-xylene and xylenes exports increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, falling by -3% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.5%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the export price increased by 14% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Algeria.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Algeria amounted to +1.6% per year.

M-Xylene And Xylenes Imports

Imports in Africa

In 2022, the amount of m-xylene and mixed xylene isomers imported in Africa fell rapidly to X tons, dropping by -15.4% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 44%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

In value terms, m-xylene and xylenes imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted slight growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 62% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

South Africa represented the largest importing country with an import of around X tons, which finished at 69% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Egypt (X tons), achieving a 13% share of total imports. Tunisia (X tons), Tanzania (X tons), Morocco (X tons) and Uganda (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to m-xylene and xylenes imports into South Africa stood at +1.4%. At the same time, Egypt (+30.1%), Tanzania (+20.8%), Uganda (+14.4%) and Morocco (+2.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Egypt emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Africa, with a CAGR of +30.1% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Tunisia (-3.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Egypt and Tanzania increased by +12 and +2.7 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported m-xylene and mixed xylene isomers in Africa, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt ($X), with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Morocco, with an 8.6% share.

In South Africa, m-xylene and xylenes imports expanded at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Egypt (+28.2% per year) and Morocco (+13.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per ton), while Uganda ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Morocco (+10.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Egypt, Algeria and South Africa, with a combined 58% share of total consumption. These countries were followed by Angola, Niger, Cameroon, Libya, Senegal, Burundi, Eritrea, Central African Republic, Tunisia and Morocco, which together accounted for a further 34%.
Algeria constituted the country with the largest volume of m-xylene and xylenes production, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, m-xylene and xylenes production in Algeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Egypt, threefold. South Africa ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.
In value terms, Algeria remains the largest m-xylene and xylenes supplier in Africa.
In value terms, Tunisia, South Africa and Tanzania were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 48% of total imports.
In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $12,614 per ton, increasing by 39% against the previous year.
The import price in Africa stood at $867 per ton in 2021, picking up by 4.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the m-xylene and xylenes market in 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 20141247 - m-Xylene and mixed xylene isomers

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
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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 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 TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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 Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Algeria
    • Angola
    • Benin
    • Botswana
    • Burkina Faso
    • Burundi
    • Cabo Verde
    • Cameroon
    • Central African Republic
    • Chad
    • Comoros
    • Congo
    • Democratic Republic of the Congo
    • Djibouti
    • Egypt
    • Equatorial Guinea
    • Eritrea
    • Ethiopia
    • Gabon
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Kenya
    • Lesotho
    • Liberia
    • Libya
    • Madagascar
    • Malawi
    • Mali
    • Mauritania
    • Mauritius
    • Mayotte
    • Morocco
    • Mozambique
    • Namibia
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Reunion
    • Rwanda
    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Sao Tome and Principe
    • Senegal
    • Seychelles
    • Sierra Leone
    • Somalia
    • South Africa
    • Sudan
    • Swaziland
    • Tanzania
    • Togo
    • Tunisia
    • Uganda
    • Zambia
    • Zimbabwe
    • Cote d'Ivoire
    • Western Sahara
    • South Sudan
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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