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South Africa: Table-Tennis Equipment Market 2024

Table-Tennis Equipment Market Size in South Africa

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the South African table-tennis equipment market, when its value decreased by -40.1% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Table-Tennis Equipment Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, shipments abroad of articles and equipment for table-tennis increased by 4.6% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 360% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, table-tennis equipment exports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 194%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) and Zambia (X tons) were the main destinations of table-tennis equipment exports from South Africa, with a combined 45% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Namibia (with a CAGR of +18.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Zambia ($X), Namibia ($X) and Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for table-tennis equipment exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 44% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Namibia, with a CAGR of +14.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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

The average table-tennis equipment export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -6.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 31% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zambia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($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 Zambia (+8.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Table-Tennis Equipment Imports

Imports into South Africa

Table-tennis equipment imports into South Africa dropped sharply to X tons in 2022, which is down by -38.3% on 2021. Overall, imports, however, posted a mild increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 90%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, table-tennis equipment imports plummeted to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a mild contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 44%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main table-tennis equipment supplier to South Africa, with a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, table-tennis equipment imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +3.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+25.7% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (-66.0% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of articles and equipment for table-tennis to South Africa, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 5.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at -2.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+19.4% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (-62.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average table-tennis equipment import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 36% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+11.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for articles and equipment for table-tennis in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of table-tennis equipment consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 40% share of global consumption. Japan, Germany, Pakistan, Brazil, the UK, Russia, France, Mexico, South Korea and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

What are the largest producers of articles and equipment for table-tennis in the world?

China remains the largest table-tennis equipment producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 42% of total volume. Moreover, table-tennis equipment production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of articles and equipment for table-tennis to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of table-tennis equipment to South Africa, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 6.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of articles and equipment for table-tennis from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia emerged as the key foreign market for table-tennis equipment exports from South Africa, comprising 35% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Zambia, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Botswana, with a 9.7% share.

What is the average export price for articles and equipment for table-tennis in South Africa?

The average table-tennis equipment export price stood at $5,248 per ton in 2021, rising by 2.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for articles and equipment for table-tennis in South Africa?

The average table-tennis equipment import price stood at $2,687 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 1.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the table-tennis equipment 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 32301550 - Articles and equipment for table-tennis (including bats, balls and nets)

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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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 2012–2023
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