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South Africa: Cadmium Market 2024

Cadmium Market Size in South Africa

The South African cadmium market soared to $X in 2022, with an increase of 24% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a sharp setback. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Cadmium Production in South Africa

In value terms, cadmium production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the production volume increased by 1,067%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Cadmium Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, overseas shipments of cadmium decreased by -7.7% to X kg for the first time since 2013, thus ending a seven-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 42%. The exports peaked at X kg in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, cadmium exports dropped remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 191%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2020, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Canada (X kg) was the main destination for cadmium exports from South Africa, with a 90% share of total exports. Moreover, cadmium exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Botswana (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Canada was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Botswana (0.0% per year) and Namibia (-30.4% per year).

In value terms, Canada ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cadmium exports from South Africa, comprising 86% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Botswana ($X), with a 10% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Canada was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Botswana (0.0% per year) and Namibia (-16.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cadmium export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -16.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 105%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Namibia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Namibia (+23.5%).

Cadmium Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, cadmium imports into South Africa surged to X kg, growing by 219% against the previous year. Overall, imports, however, recorded a precipitous decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 1,251%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cadmium imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a precipitous curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 867% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Germany (X kg) was the main cadmium supplier to South Africa, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany stood at +43.3%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cadmium to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany amounted to -18.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cadmium import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -15.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average import price increased by 2,580% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Germany.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Korea amounted to -32.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cadmium in the world?

China remains the largest cadmium consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 47% of total volume. Moreover, cadmium consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 5.8% share.

What are the largest producers of cadmium in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cadmium production in 2020 were China, South Korea and Kazakhstan, together comprising 59% of global production. These countries were followed by Japan, Canada, Russia, Mexico, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Peru, the United States and Uzbekistan, which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of cadmium to South Africa?

In value terms, Germany $127) constituted the largest supplier of cadmium to South Africa.

What are the leading importers of cadmium from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia $183) remains the key foreign market for cadmium exports from South Africa.

What is the average export price for cadmium in South Africa?

In 2020, the average cadmium export price amounted to $13,769 per ton, picking up by 55% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cadmium in South Africa?

The average cadmium import price stood at $15,125 per ton in 2020, waning by -44.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cadmium 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.

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Market volume and value
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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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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3. TRADE BALANCE
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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
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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
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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