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SADC: Sugars Market 2024

Sugars Market Size in SADC

The SADC sugars market rose rapidly to $X in 2021, growing by 13% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Sugars Production in SADC

In value terms, sugars production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 33% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Sugars Exports

Exports in SADC

In 2021, approx. X tons of sugars, sugar ethers and salts were exported in SADC; declining by -28% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports saw a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 377%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sugars exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 139% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2021, South Africa (X tons) was the major exporter of sugars, sugar ethers and salts, making up 55% of total exports. Swaziland (X tons) held a 28% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Namibia (13%). Zimbabwe (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Zimbabwe (with a CAGR of +35.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

In value terms, Swaziland ($X) emerged as the largest sugars supplier in SADC, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Africa ($X), with a 9.7% share of total exports. It was followed by Namibia, with a 1.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Swaziland amounted to +10.4%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Africa (-7.5% per year) and Namibia (-12.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 157% against the previous year. In general, the export price enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 292%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($X per ton), while Zimbabwe ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+16.8%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Sugars Imports

Imports in SADC

Sugars imports expanded modestly to X tons in 2021, rising by 2.9% on the previous year. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 25%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sugars imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted a resilient expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

South Africa dominates imports structure, resulting at X tons, which was approx. 91% of total imports in 2021. Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) took a little share of total imports.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the sugars, sugar ethers and salts imports, with a CAGR of +4.7% from 2012 to 2021. Democratic Republic of the Congo (-18.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of South Africa (+60 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Democratic Republic of the Congo (-3.4 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported sugars, sugar ethers and salts in SADC, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X), with a 0.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa totaled +15.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 158% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded resilient growth. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 South Africa ($X per ton), while Democratic Republic of the Congo stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+10.1%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sugars 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 21104000 - Sugars, pure (excluding glucose, etc.), sugar ethers and salts, etc.

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 2012–2023
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