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South Africa: Skates Market 2024

Skates Market Size in South Africa

In 2021, the South African skates market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2015, thus ending a five-year declining trend. In general, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. Skates consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Skates Exports

Exports from South Africa

After four years of decline, overseas shipments of ice skates and roller skates increased by 206% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports posted a measured increase. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, skates exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a mild expansion. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons) was the main destination for skates exports from South Africa, accounting for a 43% share of total exports. Moreover, skates exports to Namibia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Botswana (X kg), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Zambia (X kg), with a 9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Namibia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Botswana (+8.5% per year) and Zambia (+13.3% per year).

In value terms, Namibia ($X) remains the key foreign market for ice skates and roller skates exports from South Africa, comprising 43% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Botswana ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Zambia, with a 9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Namibia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Botswana (+7.9% per year) and Zambia (+12.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average skates export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -24.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 24% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2021, the countries with the highest prices were Nigeria ($X per ton) and Lesotho ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Namibia ($X per ton) and Botswana ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Lesotho (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Skates Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, approx. X tons of ice skates and roller skates were imported into South Africa; growing by 53% on the year before. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, skates imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of skates to South Africa, accounting for a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, skates imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), more than tenfold. Australia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at -8.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-4.9% per year) and Australia (+9,731.2% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ice skates and roller skates to South Africa, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 3.9% share of total imports. It was followed by Australia, with a 2.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at -8.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-5.3% per year) and Australia (+9,997.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average skates import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 4.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 18%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the highest price was recorded for prices from Australia ($X per ton) and the UK ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+3.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ice skates and roller skates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of skates consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 47% of global consumption. Pakistan, Russia, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Germany, Canada, France, Ethiopia, the UK and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

What are the largest producers of ice skates and roller skates in the world?

China remains the largest skates producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 62% of total volume. Moreover, skates production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 4.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ice skates and roller skates to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of skates to South Africa, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 3.1% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 2.9% share.

What are the leading importers of ice skates and roller skates from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia, Botswana and Zambia appeared to be the largest markets for skates exported from South Africa worldwide, together accounting for 75% of total exports.

What is the average export price for ice skates and roller skates in South Africa?

The average skates export price stood at $21,915 per ton in 2020, surging by 46% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ice skates and roller skates in South Africa?

In 2020, the average skates import price amounted to $13,940 per ton, rising by 33% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the skates 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 32301150 - Ice skates and roller skates, including skating boots with skates attached, parts and accessories therefor

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
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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