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South Africa: Market for Primary Cells And Primary Batteries 2024

Market Size for Primary Cells And Primary Batteries in South Africa

After three years of growth, the South African market for primary cells and primary batteries decreased by -9.8% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Primary cells and primary batteries consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Exports of Primary Cells And Primary Batteries

Exports from South Africa

After four years of decline, overseas shipments of primary cells and primary batteries increased by 23% to X units in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The exports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, primary cells and primary batteries exports rose rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 47% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Mozambique (X units), Namibia (X units) and Botswana (X units) were the main destinations of primary cells and primary batteries exports from South Africa, together comprising 56% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Mozambique (with a CAGR of -0.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Botswana ($X), Namibia ($X) and Swaziland ($X) were the largest markets for primary cells and primary batteries exported from South Africa worldwide, together accounting for 53% of total exports. Mozambique, Lesotho, Zambia, Malawi and Angola lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

Malawi, with a CAGR of +2.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for primary cells and primary batteries amounted to $X per unit, falling by -6.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 95%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit, and then dropped in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Botswana ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Mozambique ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Botswana (+29.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Primary Cells And Primary Batteries

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, imports of primary cells and primary batteries into South Africa dropped significantly to X units, shrinking by -23.6% on 2021 figures. In general, imports recorded a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 43% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X units in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, primary cells and primary batteries imports dropped to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 14% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X units), Singapore (X units) and Belgium (X units) were the main suppliers of primary cells and primary batteries imports to South Africa, together accounting for 82% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of +21.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of primary cells and primary batteries to South Africa, comprising 37% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Singapore, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (-8.0% per year) and Singapore (-3.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for primary cells and primary batteries stood at $X per unit in 2022, growing by 27% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+9.8%), 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 primary cells and primary batteries in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were South Africa and China.

What are the largest producers of primary cells and primary batteries in the world?

China remains the largest battery producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 97% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of primary cells and primary batteries to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest battery suppliers to South Africa were China, Belgium and Singapore, together comprising 67% of total imports. The United States, Germany, Indonesia and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 19%.

What are the leading importers of primary cells and primary batteries from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for battery exported from South Africa were Namibia, India and Botswana, with a combined 60% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for primary cells and primary batteries in South Africa?

The average battery export price stood at $35 per ton in 2021, rising by 14% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for primary cells and primary batteries in South Africa?

In 2021, the average battery import price amounted to $0.6 per ton, declining by -14.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for primary cells and primary batteries 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.

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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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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