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South Africa: Slate Market 2024

Slate Market Size in South Africa

In 2021, after nine years of growth, there was decline in the South African slate market, when its value decreased by -1.6% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate resilient growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

Slate Production in South Africa

In value terms, slate production fell slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 32%. Slate production peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

Slate Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, slate exports from South Africa surged to X tons, jumping by 35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 91%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, slate exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Botswana (X tons), Lesotho (X tons) and France (X tons) were the main destinations of slate exports from South Africa, with a combined 73% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Lesotho (with a CAGR of +61.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Lesotho ($X), the United States ($X) and Botswana ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for slate exported from South Africa worldwide, together comprising 66% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Lesotho, with a CAGR of +57.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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

The average slate export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 22% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 35% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malawi (+8.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Slate Imports

Imports into South Africa

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of slate decreased by -56.4% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 79% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, slate imports shrank sharply to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a dramatic slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 80% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, India (X tons) constituted the largest slate supplier to South Africa, with a 73% share of total imports. Moreover, slate imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Lesotho (X tons), with a 7.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from India totaled -10.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-26.2% per year) and Lesotho (+65.3% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of slate to South Africa, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 28% share of total imports. It was followed by Greece, with a 3.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from India stood at -12.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-27.6% per year) and Greece (0.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average slate import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 5.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 30%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Lesotho ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (-0.1%), 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 slate in the world?

The country with the largest volume of slate consumption was Sudan, accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate consumption in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, more than tenfold.

What are the largest producers of slate in the world?

Sudan constituted the country with the largest volume of slate production, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate production in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slate to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest slate suppliers to South Africa were China, India and Oman, with a combined 81% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of slate from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for slate exported from South Africa were the United States, Botswana and Italy, together accounting for 50% of total exports. Namibia, Lesotho, France, Mozambique and Zambia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

What is the average export price for slate in South Africa?

In 2021, the average slate export price amounted to $346 per ton, declining by -3.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slate in South Africa?

In 2021, the average slate import price amounted to $311 per ton, increasing by 32% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slate 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 08114000 - Slate, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

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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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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