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South Africa: Antimony Oxides Market 2024

Antimony Oxides Market Size in South Africa

The South African antimony oxides market soared to $X in 2022, jumping by 23% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Antimony Oxides Production in South Africa

In value terms, antimony oxides production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production faced a precipitous decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Antimony Oxides Exports

Exports from South Africa

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of antimony oxides decreased by -41.8% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a dramatic shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 47%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, antimony oxides exports shrank significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports faced a dramatic decline. The smallest decline of -20% was in 2021. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Zimbabwe (X tons) was the main destination for antimony oxides exports from South Africa, with a 94% share of total exports. Moreover, antimony oxides exports to Zimbabwe exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Zambia (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Zimbabwe totaled +37.7%.

In value terms, Zimbabwe ($X) remains the key foreign market for antimony oxides exports from South Africa, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Zambia ($X), with a 24% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Zimbabwe totaled +3.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average antimony oxides export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 5.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 155% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure 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 Zambia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Zimbabwe stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zambia (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Antimony Oxides Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, antimony oxides imports into South Africa reduced modestly to X tons, with a decrease of -2.6% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 48% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, antimony oxides imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 116% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), China (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of antimony oxides imports to South Africa, together accounting for 78% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +16.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest antimony oxides suppliers to South Africa were France ($X), China ($X) and India ($X), together comprising 75% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, India, with a CAGR of +20.2%, saw the highest growth rate of 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 antimony oxides import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 29% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 52%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+4.0%), 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 antimony oxides in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, France and the Netherlands, together accounting for 38% of global consumption. Japan, Germany, Italy, Taiwan Chinese), India, Bolivia, Guatemala, China, Canada and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

What are the largest producers of antimony oxides in the world?

The country with the largest volume of antimony oxides production was China, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, antimony oxides production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, France, threefold. Belgium ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of antimony oxides to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest antimony oxides suppliers to South Africa were France, Japan and India, together accounting for 71% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of antimony oxides from South Africa?

In value terms, Zimbabwe remains the key foreign market for antimony oxides exports from South Africa.

What is the average export price for antimony oxides in South Africa?

The average antimony oxides export price stood at $3,274 per ton in 2021, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for antimony oxides in South Africa?

The average antimony oxides import price stood at $7,001 per ton in 2021, surging by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the antimony oxides 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 20121975 - Antimony oxides

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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023