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SADC: Ceramic Electrical Insulator Market 2025

Ceramic Electrical Insulator Market Size in SADC

The SADC ceramic electrical insulator market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, surging by 91% against the previous year. In general, consumption enjoyed a significant expansion. The level of consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Ceramic Electrical Insulator Production in SADC

In value terms, ceramic electrical insulator production soared to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by 50%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Ceramic Electrical Insulator Exports

Exports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X units) was the major exporter of electrical insulators of ceramics, achieving 58% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units), constituting a 35% share of total exports. Swaziland (X units) and Namibia (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2020 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Swaziland (with a CAGR of +72.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest ceramic electrical insulator supplier in SADC, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X), with a 21% share of total exports. It was followed by Swaziland, with a 2.2% share.

In South Africa, ceramic electrical insulator exports expanded at an average annual rate of +59.8% over the period from 2020-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Democratic Republic of the Congo (+4.9% per year) and Swaziland (+65.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per unit, with an increase of 82% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a significant increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per unit), while Namibia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+46.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Ceramic Electrical Insulator Imports

Imports in SADC

For the third consecutive year, SADC recorded growth in overseas purchases of electrical insulators of ceramics, which increased by 179% to X units in 2022. In general, imports saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 738%. The volume of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, ceramic electrical insulator imports expanded slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 22%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

South Africa represented the key importing country with an import of around X units, which recorded 59% of total imports. Mozambique (X units) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Tanzania (X units). All these countries together took approx. 35% share of total imports. Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units) held a minor share of total imports.

Imports into South Africa increased at an average annual rate of +15.7% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Mozambique (+49.3%), Tanzania (+34.1%) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (+6.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mozambique emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of +49.3% from 2012-2022. Mozambique (+20 p.p.) and Tanzania (+9.8 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Africa saw its share reduced by -2.8% and -11.3% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported electrical insulators of ceramics in SADC, comprising 50% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mozambique ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Tanzania, with an 11% share.

In South Africa, ceramic electrical insulator imports plunged by an average annual rate of -9.3% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mozambique (+17.1% per year) and Tanzania (+5.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in SADC amounted to $X per unit, with a decrease of -63.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a sharp decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the import price increased by 500%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 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 Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit), while South Africa ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Democratic Republic of the Congo (-10.6%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ceramic electrical insulator 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 23431030 - Electrical insulators of ceramics (excluding insulating fittings)

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
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 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
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