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South Africa: Safety Headgear Market 2025

Safety Headgear Market Size in South Africa

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the South African safety headgear market, when its value decreased by -50.3% to $X. Overall, consumption showed a drastic downturn. Safety headgear consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

Safety Headgear Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, approx. X units of safety headgear were exported from South Africa; surging by 8.1% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 432% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X units in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, safety headgear exports fell to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 187%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Zimbabwe (X units), Mozambique (X units) and Zambia (X units) were the main destinations of safety headgear exports from South Africa, together comprising 44% of total exports. Democratic Republic of the Congo, Botswana, Namibia and Swaziland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 40%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Democratic Republic of the Congo (with a CAGR of +57.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for safety headgear exports from South Africa, comprising 14% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mozambique ($X), with a 5.5% share of total exports. It was followed by Namibia, with a 5.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Democratic Republic of the Congo totaled +20.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Mozambique (-2.5% per year) and Namibia (-5.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average safety headgear export price amounted to $X per unit, reducing by -10.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price faced a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 1,207% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Botswana ($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 Tunisia (+12.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Safety Headgear Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of safety headgear, when their volume decreased by -29.8% to X units. In general, imports, however, posted pronounced growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 479% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

In value terms, safety headgear imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a perceptible shrinkage. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X units), Italy (X units) and India (X units) were the main suppliers of safety headgear imports to South Africa, with a combined 92% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +16.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of safety headgear to South Africa, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with an 8.9% share of total imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to +1.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-3.1% per year) and Japan (-1.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average safety headgear import price amounted to $X per unit, jumping by 124% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 451%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per unit), while the price for Italy ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+24.0%), 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 safety headgear in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of safety headgear consumption, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, safety headgear consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of safety headgear in the world?

The country with the largest volume of safety headgear production was China, comprising approx. 51% of total volume. Moreover, safety headgear production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of safety headgear to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of safety headgear to South Africa, comprising 54% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.1% share of total imports. It was followed by Taiwan Chinese), with a 2.7% share.

What are the leading importers of safety headgear from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for safety headgear exported from South Africa were Pakistan, Mozambique and Namibia, with a combined 37% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for safety headgear in South Africa?

In 2020, the average safety headgear export price amounted to $7.1 per unit, rising by 36% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for safety headgear in South Africa?

The average safety headgear import price stood at $10 per unit in 2020, falling by -24.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the safety headgear 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 32991150 - Safety headgear

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
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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 2012–2024
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