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South Africa: Non-Alloy Aluminium Bar Market 2024

Non-Alloy Aluminium Bar Market Size in South Africa

After five years of decline, the South African non-alloy aluminium bar market increased by 19% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption saw a abrupt decline. Non-alloy aluminium bar consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Non-Alloy Aluminium Bar Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, the amount of non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles exported from South Africa skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by 27% compared with 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, non-alloy aluminium bar exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, recorded a noticeable decline. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Lesotho (X tons), Swaziland (X tons) and Zimbabwe (X tons) were the main destinations of non-alloy aluminium bar exports from South Africa, together comprising 64% of total exports. The United Arab Emirates, Malawi, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +166.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Swaziland ($X), Zimbabwe ($X) and Malawi ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for non-alloy aluminium bar exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 47% share of total exports. Botswana, the United Arab Emirates, Lesotho, Zambia, Mozambique and Namibia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 29%.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +126.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average non-alloy aluminium bar export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 8.5% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.9%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 20% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zambia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Lesotho ($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 Malawi (+12.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Non-Alloy Aluminium Bar Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, purchases abroad of non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a five-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, non-alloy aluminium bar imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main non-alloy aluminium bar supplier to South Africa, accounting for a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR (X tons), with a 0.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled -10.8%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles to South Africa, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Hong Kong SAR ($X), with a 0.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled -9.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average non-alloy aluminium bar import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 29% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Hong Kong SAR amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+1.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles in the world?

The country with the largest volume of non-alloy aluminium bar consumption was China, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, non-alloy aluminium bar consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the U.S., threefold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.2% share.

What are the largest producers of non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of non-alloy aluminium bar production in 2020 were China, Mozambique and the U.S., with a combined 38% share of global production. Turkey, Japan, Russia, Germany, Brazil, Indonesia, the UK, Italy, France and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of non-alloy aluminium bar to South Africa, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 3.7% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles from South Africa?

In value terms, Swaziland remains the key foreign market for non-alloy aluminium bar exports from South Africa, comprising 38% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Botswana, with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Zambia, with a 15% share.

What is the average export price for non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles in South Africa?

The average non-alloy aluminium bar export price stood at $3,334 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -22.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for non-alloy aluminium bars, rods and profiles in South Africa?

The average non-alloy aluminium bar import price stood at $2,368 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -2.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-alloy aluminium bar 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 24422230 - Aluminium bars, rods and profiles (excluding rods and profiles prepared for use in structures)

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