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SADC: Alums Market 2024

Alums Market Size in SADC

In 2022, the SADC alums market increased by 70% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after four years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption enjoyed a resilient expansion. The level of consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Alums Production in SADC

In value terms, alums production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a precipitous setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 6,093% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Alums Exports

Exports in SADC

In 2022, shipments abroad of alums decreased by -95.3% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 4,525% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, alums exports fell sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 3,816%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2021, and then declined significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from South Africa (X tons), together resulting at 99% of total export.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the alums exports, with a CAGR of -9.3% from 2012 to 2022. South Africa (+2.3 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) also remains the largest alums supplier in SADC.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa totaled -4.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 2.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the export price increased by 139%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to +5.6% per year.

Alums Imports

Imports in SADC

In 2022, overseas purchases of alums increased by 78% to X tons, rising for the fifth year in a row after two years of decline. In general, imports recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 157%. The volume of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, alums imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 187%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Tanzania dominates imports structure, resulting at X tons, which was near 94% of total imports in 2022. Zambia (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Tanzania was also the fastest-growing in terms of the alums imports, with a CAGR of +45.2% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, South Africa (+4.7%) and Zambia (+3.9%) displayed positive paces of growth. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Tanzania increased by +73 percentage points.

In value terms, Tanzania ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported alums in SADC, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Zambia ($X), with a 15% share of total imports.

In Tanzania, alums imports increased at an average annual rate of +41.1% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Zambia (+12.9% per year) and South Africa (+9.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -5.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 291%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 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 South Africa ($X per ton), while Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Zambia (+8.7%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alums market in SADC. 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 20134173 - Alums

Country coverage:

Angola
Botswana
Comoros
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Lesotho
Madagascar
Malawi
Mauritius
Mozambique
Namibia
Seychelles
South Africa
Swaziland
Tanzania
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. 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. 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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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
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