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South Africa: Market for Scissors and Tailor Shears 2025

Market Size for Scissors and Tailor Shears in South Africa

The South African scissors and tailor shears market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. Scissors and tailor shears consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Scissors and Tailor Shears

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, scissors and tailor shears exports from South Africa rose modestly to X units, increasing by 3.6% compared with 2020 figures. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 73%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, scissors and tailor shears exports rose remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 30%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X units) was the main destination for scissors and tailor shears exports from South Africa, accounting for a 32% share of total exports. Moreover, scissors and tailor shears exports to Namibia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Zambia (X units), twofold. Swaziland (X units) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Namibia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Zambia (+8.1% per year) and Swaziland (+4.8% per year).

In value terms, Namibia ($X) remains the key foreign market for scissors and tailor shears exports from South Africa, comprising 40% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Botswana ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Swaziland, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Namibia amounted to +1.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Botswana (-0.3% per year) and Swaziland (+4.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average scissors and tailor shears export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, rising by 4.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average export price increased by 43% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zimbabwe ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Zambia ($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 Botswana (+7.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Scissors and Tailor Shears

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, approx. X units of scissors and tailor shears were imported into South Africa; jumping by 37% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 37% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, scissors and tailor shears imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a slight curtailment. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X units) was the main supplier of scissors and tailor shears to South Africa, with a 94% share of total imports. It was followed by Pakistan (X units), with a 1.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China was relatively modest.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of scissors and tailor shears to South Africa, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Pakistan ($X), with a 2.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to -2.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average scissors and tailor shears import price amounted to $X per unit, shrinking by -10.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a slight slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Pakistan ($X per unit), while the price for China stood at $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Pakistan (+0.7%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for scissors and tailor shears in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Brazil, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Pakistan, Russia, Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Germany, Mexico, Thailand and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of scissors and tailor shears in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of scissors and tailor shears production, accounting for 77% of total volume. Moreover, scissors and tailor shears production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Pakistan, more than tenfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with a 2.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of scissors and tailor shears to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of scissors and tailor shears to South Africa.

What are the leading importers of scissors and tailor shears from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia, Mozambique and Botswana appeared to be the largest markets for scissors and tailor shears exported from South Africa worldwide, together comprising 65% of total exports.

What is the average export price for scissors and tailor shears in South Africa?

The average scissors and tailor shears export price stood at $4,541 per ton in 2021, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for scissors and tailor shears in South Africa?

The average scissors and tailor shears import price stood at $6,612 per ton in 2021, growing by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for scissors and tailor shears 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 25711190 - Scissors, tailors

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 2012–2024
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