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South Africa: Non-Electric Air Heater Market 2025

Non-Electric Air Heater Market Size in South Africa

The South African non-electric air heater market contracted to $X in 2022, waning by -7.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed a noticeable contraction. Non-electric air heater consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Non-Electric Air Heater Production in South Africa

In value terms, non-electric air heater production contracted modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 23% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Non-Electric Air Heater Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, the amount of non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors exported from South Africa rose markedly to X units, surging by 7.5% compared with the previous year. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 138%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, non-electric air heater exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 193%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X units), Zimbabwe (X units) and Lesotho (X units) were the main destinations of non-electric air heater exports from South Africa, with a combined 63% share of total exports. Nigeria, Botswana, Zambia, Swaziland, Madagascar, Mozambique, Democratic Republic of the Congo, China and Malawi lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Madagascar (with a CAGR of +139.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Zimbabwe ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors exports from South Africa, comprising 31% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Namibia ($X), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Lesotho, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Zimbabwe amounted to -2.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (-9.4% per year) and Lesotho (+1.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average non-electric air heater export price amounted to $X per unit, picking up by 17% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 35%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Nigeria ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Swaziland (+10.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Non-Electric Air Heater Imports

Imports into South Africa

In value terms, non-electric air heater imports dropped markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 102%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors to South Africa, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with an 8.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-13.6% per year) and Germany (+45.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average non-electric air heater import price amounted to $X per unit, picking up by 28% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 66% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while the price for China ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of non-electric air heater consumption, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, non-electric air heater consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the U.S., twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of non-electric air heater production in 2020 were China, Mexico and India, with a combined 52% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of non-electric air heater to South Africa, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 9.2% share.

What are the leading importers of non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for non-electric air heater exported from South Africa were Botswana, Lesotho and Zimbabwe, together accounting for 48% of total exports.

What is the average export price for non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors in South Africa?

The average non-electric air heater export price stood at $5,472 per ton in 2020, which is down by -23.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for non-electric air heaters or hot air distributors in South Africa?

In 2020, the average non-electric air heater import price amounted to $8,391 per ton, waning by -14.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-electric air heater market in South 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 27521300 - Air heaters or hot air distributors n.e.c., of iron or steel, nonelectric

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. 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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024