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Africa: Other Chemical Products Market 2025

Other Chemical Products Market Size in Africa

The African other chemical products market was estimated at $X in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Other Chemical Products Production in Africa

In value terms, other chemical products production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by 14%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Other Chemical Products Exports

Exports in Africa

In 2022, approx. X tons of other chemical products were exported in Africa; picking up by 5.6% compared with the previous year. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 38% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, other chemical products exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, faced a deep downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons) and Swaziland (X tons) dominates exports structure, together committing 86% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Egypt (X tons), constituting a 5.4% share of total exports. Libya (X tons), Congo (X tons) and Botswana (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Libya (with a CAGR of +26.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Swaziland ($X) remains the largest other chemical products supplier in Africa, comprising 59% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Namibia ($X), with a 24% share of total exports. It was followed by Egypt, with an 11% share.

In Swaziland, other chemical products exports decreased by an average annual rate of -15.4% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Namibia (+16.2% per year) and Egypt (+7.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 24% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the export price increased by 53%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while Libya ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+10.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Other Chemical Products Imports

Imports in Africa

For the fourth year in a row, Africa recorded decline in supplies from abroad of other chemical products, which decreased by -0.5% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 13% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, other chemical products imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 10%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the twelve major importers of other chemical products, namely Algeria, Nigeria, Zambia, Cote d'Ivoire, Namibia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Angola, Ethiopia, Tunisia, Ghana, Togo and Cameroon, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Togo (with a CAGR of +36.9%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest other chemical products importing markets in Africa were Nigeria ($X), Namibia ($X) and Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X), with a combined 37% share of total imports. Algeria, Zambia, Angola, Togo, Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Tunisia and Cameroon lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 48%.

Among the main importing countries, Togo, with a CAGR of +35.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the import price increased by 16%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ethiopia (+4.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of other chemical products consumption was South Africa, accounting for 74% of total volume. Moreover, other chemical products consumption in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Eritrea, eightfold. Equatorial Guinea ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 2.7% share.
South Africa remains the largest other chemical products producing country in Africa, comprising approx. 84% of total volume. Moreover, other chemical products production in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Eritrea, eightfold. Swaziland ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.2% share.
In value terms, Swaziland remains the largest other chemical products supplier in Africa, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Africa, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by Congo, with a 1.5% share.
In value terms, the largest other chemical products importing markets in Africa were Algeria, Namibia and Democratic Republic of the Congo, together accounting for 36% of total imports. These countries were followed by Zambia, Nigeria, Angola, Kenya, Cote d'Ivoire, South Africa, Tanzania, Cameroon, Ethiopia and Togo, which together accounted for a further 45%.
In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $7,934 per ton, reducing by -2.6% against the previous year.
The import price in Africa stood at $2,951 per ton in 2021, surging by 3.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the other chemical products 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 20595730 - Naphthenic acids, their water-insoluble salts and their esters
  • Prodcom 20595910 - Ion-exchangers, getters for vacuum tubes, petroleum sulphonates (excluding petroleum sulphonates of alkali metals, of ammonium or of ethanolamines), thiophenated sulphonic acids of oils obtained from bituminous minerals, a nd their salts
  • Prodcom 20595920 - Pyrolignites, crude calcium tartrate, crude calcium citrate, antirust preparations containing amines as active constituents
  • Prodcom 20595930 - Inorganic composite solvents and thinners for varnishes and similar products
  • Prodcom 20595940 - Anti-scaling and similar compounds
  • Prodcom 20595953 - Preparations for electroplating
  • Prodcom 20595957 - Mixtures of mono-, di-and tri-, fatty acid esters of glycerol (emulsifiers for fats)
  • Prodcom 20595963 - Products and preparations for pharmaceutical or surgical uses
  • Prodcom 20595965 - Auxiliary products for foundries (excluding prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores)
  • Prodcom 20595967 - Fire-proofing, water-proofing and similar protective preparations used in the building industry
  • Prodcom 20595993 - Other chemical products, n.e.c.
  • Prodcom 21201380 - Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products, p.r.s., n .e.c.

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

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
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  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 2012–2024
    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 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • 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 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    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, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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