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South Africa: Polycarbonate Market 2024

Polycarbonate Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, approx. X tons of polycarbonates (in primary forms) were exported from South Africa; with an increase of 615% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports posted significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, polycarbonate exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons) was the main destination for polycarbonate exports from South Africa, accounting for a 85% share of total exports. Moreover, polycarbonate exports to Malaysia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Hong Kong SAR (X tons), more than tenfold. Mexico (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Malaysia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Hong Kong SAR (+112.6% per year) and Mexico (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for polycarbonates (in primary forms) exports from South Africa, comprising 55% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mexico ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with a 7.5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Malaysia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Mexico (0.0% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (+84.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average polycarbonate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -43.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 35%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average 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 ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($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 Democratic Republic of the Congo (+9.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Polycarbonate Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, the amount of polycarbonates (in primary forms) imported into South Africa contracted to X tons, reducing by -3.4% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, imports showed a mild decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 54%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polycarbonate imports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 108% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), South Korea (X tons) and Saudi Arabia (X tons) were the main suppliers of polycarbonate imports to South Africa, together comprising 59% of total imports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, China, Taiwan (Chinese), Italy, Spain, Belgium and Singapore, which together accounted for a further 35%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +23.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest polycarbonate suppliers to South Africa were Germany ($X), South Korea ($X) and Saudi Arabia ($X), with a combined 56% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, China, Italy, Taiwan (Chinese), Spain, Belgium and Singapore, which together accounted for a further 36%.

Among the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of +27.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 6.7% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 35%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Singapore ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+2.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of polycarbonate consumption was India, accounting for 35% of total volume. Moreover, polycarbonate consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, threefold. China ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, South Korea and the United States, with a combined 63% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest polycarbonate suppliers to South Africa were Germany, Saudi Arabia and Taiwan Chinese), together accounting for 54% of total imports. Thailand, Italy, the Netherlands, South Korea, Belgium and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.

What are the leading importers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) from South Africa?

In value terms, Zimbabwe remains the key foreign market for polycarbonate exports from South Africa, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with an 8.7% share of total exports. It was followed by Namibia, with an 8.3% share.

What is the average export price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in South Africa?

In 2021, the average polycarbonate export price amounted to $1,227 per ton, reducing by -7.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in South Africa?

In 2021, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $2,741 per ton, surging by 6.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polycarbonate 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 20164040 - Polycarbonates, in primary forms

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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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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