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South Africa: Plastic Extruder Market 2024

Plastic Extruder Market Size in South Africa

After five years of growth, the South African plastic extruder market decreased by -97.7% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption saw a precipitous decline. Plastic extruder consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell notably in the following year.

Plastic Extruder Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, plastic extruder exports from South Africa surged to X units, picking up by 255% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a slight decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 392% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, plastic extruder exports declined markedly to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, faced a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 379% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X units), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units) and Swaziland (X units) were the main destinations of plastic extruder exports from South Africa, together comprising 86% of total exports. Botswana, New Zealand, Zimbabwe, Mali, Zambia and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 12%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for New Zealand (with a CAGR of +400.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Mali ($X), Namibia ($X) and Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X) constituted the largest markets for plastic extruder exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 65% share of total exports. Botswana, Swaziland, Zimbabwe, New Zealand, Zambia and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

Among the main countries of destination, Botswana, with a CAGR of +60.9%, saw 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

The average plastic extruder export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, falling by -86% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 940% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Mali ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zimbabwe (+15.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Plastic Extruder Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of extruders for working rubber or plastics, when their volume decreased by -89.3% to X units. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 243%. Imports peaked at X units in 2020, and then dropped notably in the following year.

In value terms, plastic extruder imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 43%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X units) constituted the largest plastic extruder supplier to South Africa, accounting for a 56% share of total imports. Moreover, plastic extruder imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X units), fourfold. India (X units) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 7.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled +28.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (-10.3% per year) and India (+12.7% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of extruders for working rubber or plastics to South Africa, comprising 39% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +10.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-11.5% per year) and India (+4.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average plastic extruder import price amounted to $X per unit, rising by 1,204% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per unit), while the price for the UK ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+25.0%), 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 extruders for working rubber or plastics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of plastic extruder consumption in 2020 were China, Germany and India, together accounting for 32% of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Turkey, Pakistan, South Korea, the UK, Brazil, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and Russia, which together accounted for a further 33%.

What are the largest producers of extruders for working rubber or plastics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of plastic extruder production in 2020 were China, Germany and India, with a combined 49% share of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Taiwan Chinese), the UK, Pakistan, Japan, Brazil, Italy and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of extruders for working rubber or plastics to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest plastic extruder suppliers to South Africa were China, Italy and Taiwan Chinese), together comprising 66% of total imports. Germany, Cyprus, Mozambique and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 18%.

What are the leading importers of extruders for working rubber or plastics from South Africa?

In value terms, Germany emerged as the key foreign market for plastic extruder exports from South Africa, comprising 27% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Australia, with a 5% share.

What is the average export price for extruders for working rubber or plastics in South Africa?

The average plastic extruder export price stood at $12,239 per unit in 2020, with an increase of 367% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for extruders for working rubber or plastics in South Africa?

In 2020, the average plastic extruder import price amounted to $18,204 per unit, falling by -16.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plastic extruder 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 28961030 - Extruders for working rubber or plastics, or for manufacturing rubber or plastic products

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 2012–2023
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