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South Africa: Crabs, Not Frozen Market 2024

Crabs, Not Frozen Market Size in South Africa

The South African crabs, not frozen market amounted to less than $X in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable 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). Overall, consumption showed a precipitous setback. Crabs, not frozen consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Crabs, Not Frozen Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2016, shipments abroad of crabs, not frozen decreased by -16.2% to X tons for the first time since 2013, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 650% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, crabs, not frozen exports dropped to $X in 2016. Overall, exports, however, saw a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 2,220%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2016, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons) was the main destination for crabs, not frozen exports from South Africa, with a 56% share of total exports. Moreover, crabs, not frozen exports to Namibia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X kg), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Zambia (X kg), with an 8.2% share.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Namibia amounted to +242.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (0.0% per year) and Zambia (-26.6% per year).

In value terms, Namibia ($X) remains the key foreign market for crabs, not frozen exports from South Africa, comprising 53% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with an 18% share of total exports. It was followed by Zambia, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of value to Namibia stood at +216.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (0.0% per year) and Zambia (-29.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2016, the average crabs, not frozen export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, faced a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 209%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2016, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2016, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zambia (-4.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Crabs, Not Frozen Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2016, purchases abroad of crabs, not frozen increased by 28,213% to X tons for the first time since 2013, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, showed a deep reduction. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2016, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, crabs, not frozen imports soared to $X in 2016. Overall, imports posted a resilient increase. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2016, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2016, India (X tons) was the main crabs, not frozen supplier to South Africa, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of volume from India was relatively modest.

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of crabs, not frozen to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from India was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average crabs, not frozen import price stood at $X per ton in 2016, surging by 383% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a significant increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2016, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Namibia amounted to -0.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for crabs, not frozen in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Russia and South Korea, with a combined 41% share of global consumption. Indonesia, Canada, the United States, France, India, Ireland, Myanmar, Pakistan, Malaysia and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 44%.

What are the largest producers of crabs, not frozen in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the Philippines, Russia and the UK, with a combined 39% share of global production. Bangladesh, Indonesia, Myanmar, the United States, India, Ireland, Pakistan, Democratic People's Republic of Korea and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 54%.

What are the leading suppliers of crabs, not frozen to South Africa?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of crabs, not frozen to South Africa, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mozambique $25), with a 0.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of crabs, not frozen from South Africa?

In value terms, Singapore $168) remains the key foreign market for crabs, not frozen exports from South Africa, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR $16), with an 8% share of total exports. It was followed by Zambia, with a 3% share.

What is the average export price for crabs, not frozen in South Africa?

The average crabs, not frozen export price stood at $4,326 per ton in 2021, which is down by -11.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for crabs, not frozen in South Africa?

In 2021, the average crabs, not frozen import price amounted to $3,169 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the crabs, not frozen 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
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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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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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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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