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South Africa: Metal Filing Cabinet Market 2025

Metal Filing Cabinet Market Size in South Africa

In 2021, the South African metal filing cabinet market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, showed a slight curtailment. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Metal Filing Cabinet Production in South Africa

In value terms, metal filing cabinet production expanded remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 48%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Metal Filing Cabinet Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, shipments abroad of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal increased by 98% to X tons for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt decline. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, faced a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Botswana (X tons), Ghana (X tons) and Namibia (X tons) were the main destinations of metal filing cabinet exports from South Africa, together comprising 57% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Ghana (with a CAGR of +30.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Namibia ($X), Botswana ($X) and Swaziland ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for metal filing cabinet exported from South Africa worldwide, together accounting for 57% of total exports. These countries were followed by Ghana, Zambia, Lesotho, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, which together accounted for a further 33%.

Ghana, with a CAGR of +30.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -29.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 36%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Namibia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Mozambique ($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 (+3.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Filing Cabinet Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, purchases abroad of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight downturn. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt setback. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main supplier of metal filing cabinet to South Africa, with a approx. 98% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +1.6%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average metal filing cabinet import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -29% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 56% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +7.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Italy and Pakistan, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. China, Japan, Indonesia, France, Turkey, the UK, Iran, Canada, Thailand and Serbia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal filing cabinet production, accounting for 53% of total volume. Moreover, metal filing cabinet production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, fourfold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of metal filing cabinet to South Africa, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 9.4% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for metal filing cabinet exported from South Africa were Namibia, Botswana and Zambia, together accounting for 52% of total exports. These countries were followed by Swaziland, Lesotho, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, which together accounted for a further 31%.

What is the average export price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in South Africa?

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet export price amounted to $4,577 per ton, dropping by -3.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in South Africa?

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet import price amounted to $2,736 per ton, with a decrease of -10.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal filing cabinet 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 25992200 - Filing cabinets, card-index cabinets... or desk equipment of base metal

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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024