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South Africa: Potassium Chloride (Mop) Market 2025

Potassium Chloride (Mop) Market Size in South Africa

For the third year in a row, the South African potassium chloride (MOP) market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 98% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption continues to indicate resilient growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Potassium Chloride (Mop) Exports

Exports from South Africa

Potassium chloride (MOP) exports from South Africa surged to X tons in 2022, picking up by 169% compared with 2021. In general, exports showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 248% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, potassium chloride (MOP) exports soared 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

Zimbabwe (X tons) was the main destination for potassium chloride (MOP) exports from South Africa, accounting for a 68% share of total exports. Moreover, potassium chloride (MOP) exports to Zimbabwe exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Zambia (X tons), fourfold. Swaziland (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 4.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Zimbabwe amounted to +41.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Zambia (+74.0% per year) and Swaziland (+33.8% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for potassium chloride (MOP) exported from South Africa were Zimbabwe ($X), Zambia ($X) and Swaziland ($X), with a combined 85% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Zambia, with a CAGR of +78.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average potassium chloride (MOP) export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 19% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a noticeable descent. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, 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 Angola ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Zimbabwe ($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 Gabon (+28.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Potassium Chloride (Mop) Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, approx. X tons of potassium chloride (MOP) were imported into South Africa; growing by 93% compared with 2021. Overall, imports posted a buoyant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, potassium chloride (MOP) imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed buoyant growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Chile (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Russia (X tons) were the main suppliers of potassium chloride (MOP) imports to South Africa, with a combined 88% 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 Germany (with a CAGR of +15.2%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest potassium chloride (MOP) suppliers to South Africa were Germany ($X), Chile ($X) and Russia ($X), together accounting for 87% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Germany, with a CAGR of +10.9%, saw the highest growth rate of 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 potassium chloride (MOP) import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 6.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 28% 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.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Israel ($X per ton), while the price for Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Israel (+10.2%), 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 potassium chloride (mop) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of potassium chloride mop) consumption in 2021 were China, Brazil and the United States, with a combined 54% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Belarus, Indonesia, Jordan, Malaysia, South Korea and Israel, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of potassium chloride (mop) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of potassium chloride mop) production in 2021 were Canada, Russia and Belarus, together accounting for 67% of global production. China, Israel, Jordan and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of potassium chloride (mop) to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest potassium chloride mop) suppliers to South Africa were Chile, Germany and Jordan, with a combined 74% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Lithuania and Russia, which together accounted for a further 22%.

What are the leading importers of potassium chloride (mop) from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for potassium chloride mop) exported from South Africa were Zimbabwe, Zambia and Swaziland, with a combined 93% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for potassium chloride (mop) in South Africa?

In 2021, the average potassium chloride mop) export price amounted to $340 per ton, reducing by -9.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for potassium chloride (mop) in South Africa?

The average potassium chloride mop) import price stood at $211 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -8.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the potassium chloride (mop) 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:

FCL 4016 -

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 2012–2024
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