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South Africa: Amino Resin Market 2025

Amino Resin Market Size in South Africa

The South African amino resin market declined to $X in 2022, waning by -10.3% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, enjoyed significant growth. Amino resin consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

Amino Resin Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, shipments abroad of amino resins decreased by -4.7% to X tons, falling for the fifth consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 626% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, amino resin exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 459%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Swaziland (X tons), Zimbabwe (X tons) and Angola (X tons) were the main destinations of amino resin exports from South Africa, with a combined 84% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Swaziland (with a CAGR of +82.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for amino resin exported from South Africa were Angola ($X), Zimbabwe ($X) and Swaziland ($X), together accounting for 83% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Swaziland, with a CAGR of +68.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average amino resin export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 11% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Namibia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Swaziland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ethiopia (+23.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Amino Resin Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, approx. X tons of amino resins were imported into South Africa; dropping by -13.8% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 398%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, amino resin imports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 223% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of amino resin imports to South Africa, together comprising 69% of total imports. Belgium, South Korea, Portugal and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +114.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and Germany ($X) constituted the largest amino resin suppliers to South Africa, together accounting for 68% of total imports. Belgium, Portugal, South Korea and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +118.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

In 2022, the average amino resin import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 8.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 51% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Portugal ($X per ton), while the price for Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (+13.3%), 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 amino resins in primary forms (excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Japan, together accounting for 38% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Brazil, Russia, Belgium, Mexico, Turkey, South Korea, Hungary, Portugal and Germany, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of amino resins in primary forms (excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins) in the world?

China remains the largest amino resins in primary forms producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, amino resins in primary forms production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of amino resins in primary forms (excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins) to South Africa?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia constituted the largest supplier of amino resins in primary forms to South Africa.

What are the leading importers of amino resins in primary forms (excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins) from South Africa?

In value terms, Democratic Republic of the Congo remains the key foreign market for amino resins in primary forms exports from South Africa.

What is the average export price for amino resins in primary forms (excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins) in South Africa?

In 2021, the average export price for amino resins in primary forms excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins) amounted to $1,887 per ton, which is down by -5.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for amino resins in primary forms (excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins) in South Africa?

The average import price for amino resins in primary forms excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins) stood at $1,607 per ton in 2021, picking up by 3.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the amino resin 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 20165630 - Amino resins, in primary forms (excluding urea and thiourea resins, melamine resins)

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