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South Africa: Frozen Chicken Cut Market 2024

Frozen Chicken Cut Market Size in South Africa

In 2022, the South African frozen chicken cut market decreased by -33% to $X, falling for the fourth year in a row after four years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption saw a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Chicken Cut Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, the amount of frozen cuts of chicken exported from South Africa surged to X tons, growing by 22% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, frozen chicken cut exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 21%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Lesotho (X tons), Mozambique (X tons) and Namibia (X tons) were the main destinations of frozen chicken cut exports from South Africa, together accounting for 86% of total exports. Botswana, the United Arab Emirates and Zimbabwe lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 8%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +290.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Mozambique ($X), Lesotho ($X) and Namibia ($X) were the largest markets for frozen chicken cut exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 83% share of total exports. Botswana, the United Arab Emirates and Zimbabwe lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 11%.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +330.5%, saw 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 mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen chicken cut export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -2.3% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 25%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Zimbabwe ($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 the United Arab Emirates (+10.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Chicken Cut Imports

Imports into South Africa

For the fourth consecutive year, South Africa recorded decline in purchases abroad of frozen cuts of chicken, which decreased by -20.7% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a noticeable decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 25% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen chicken cut imports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Argentina (X tons) were the main suppliers of frozen chicken cut imports to South Africa, with a combined 96% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +20.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest frozen chicken cut suppliers to South Africa were Brazil ($X), the United States ($X) and Argentina ($X), together comprising 96% of total imports.

The United States, with a CAGR of +14.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen chicken cut import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -16% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 20% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ireland (+0.4%), 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 frozen cuts of chicken in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of frozen chicken cut consumption, accounting for 19% of total volume. Moreover, frozen chicken cut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.3% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen cuts of chicken in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Brazil and China, with a combined 44% share of global production. These countries were followed by India, Russia, Poland, the Netherlands, Thailand, Indonesia, Turkey, Pakistan and Bangladesh, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen cuts of chicken to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest frozen chicken cut suppliers to South Africa were Brazil, the United States and Ireland, with a combined 67% share of total imports. Denmark, Poland, Argentina and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

What are the leading importers of frozen cuts of chicken from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for frozen chicken cut exported from South Africa were Mozambique, Lesotho and Namibia, with a combined 80% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Botswana, the United Arab Emirates and Democratic Republic of the Congo, which together accounted for a further 15%.

What is the average export price for frozen cuts of chicken in South Africa?

The average frozen chicken cut export price stood at $1,443 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -1.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen cuts of chicken in South Africa?

In 2021, the average frozen chicken cut import price amounted to $626 per ton, falling by -18.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen chicken cut 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 10122053 - Frozen cuts of chicken

Country coverage:

South Africa

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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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The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
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
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

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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
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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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023