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South Africa - Refills for Ball-Point Pens - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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South Africa: Ball Pen Refill Market 2024

Ball Pen Refill Market Size in South Africa

The South African ball pen refill market surged to $X in 2021, growing by 63% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, recorded a deep slump. Ball pen refill consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Ball Pen Refill Exports

Exports from South Africa

After two years of decline, overseas shipments of refills for ball-point pens increased by 222% to X units in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a slight contraction. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ball pen refill exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 78% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Zimbabwe (X units) was the main destination for ball pen refill exports from South Africa, with a 59% share of total exports. Moreover, ball pen refill exports to Zimbabwe exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Namibia (X units), fivefold. Mozambique (X units) ranked third in terms of total exports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Zimbabwe totaled +54.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (+5.1% per year) and Mozambique (+19.8% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for ball pen refill exported from South Africa were Zimbabwe ($X), Namibia ($X) and Mozambique ($X), with a combined 78% share of total exports.

Zimbabwe, with a CAGR of +39.1%, recorded 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 mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average ball pen refill export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, declining by -49.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 14%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per unit 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 Kenya ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Ghana ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Australia (+28.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Ball Pen Refill Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, imports of refills for ball-point pens into South Africa soared to X units, with an increase of 76% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. Imports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ball pen refill imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a slight reduction. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Japan (X units) constituted the largest ball pen refill supplier to South Africa, accounting for a 51% share of total imports. Moreover, ball pen refill imports from Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X units), twofold. China (X units) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 17% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Japan stood at -13.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+0.4% per year) and China (-15.7% per year).

In value terms, France ($X), Japan ($X) and Germany ($X) appeared to be the largest ball pen refill suppliers to South Africa, with a combined 91% share of total imports.

Germany, with a CAGR of +0.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average ball pen refill import price amounted to $X per unit, declining by -7.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 74%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit, and then reduced in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (+18.6%), 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 refills for ball-point pens in the world?

Italy constituted the country with the largest volume of ball pen refill consumption, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, ball pen refill consumption in Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of refills for ball-point pens in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of ball pen refill production in 2020 were Italy, China and India, together comprising 72% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of refills for ball-point pens to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest ball pen refill suppliers to South Africa were Japan, France and Germany, together comprising 86% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of refills for ball-point pens from South Africa?

In value terms, Kenya, Namibia and Botswana were the largest markets for ball pen refill exported from South Africa worldwide, together accounting for 64% of total exports.

What is the average export price for refills for ball-point pens in South Africa?

The average ball pen refill export price stood at $1 per unit in 2020, jumping by 118% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for refills for ball-point pens in South Africa?

The average ball pen refill import price stood at $0.1 per unit in 2020, falling by -20.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ball pen refill 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 32991430 - Refills for ball-point pens, comprising the ball-point and inkreservoir

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