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South Africa - Woven Fabrics of Man-Made Filaments and Staple Fibers - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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South Africa: Man-Made Filament Fabric Market 2024

Man-Made Filament Fabric Market Size in South Africa

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the South African man-made filament fabric market, when its value increased by 9.5% to $X. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a mild descent. Man-made filament fabric consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Man-Made Filament Fabric Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, shipments abroad of woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, showed a pronounced setback. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, man-made filament fabric exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced decline. 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

Lesotho (X tons), Swaziland (X tons) and Namibia (X tons) were the main destinations of man-made filament fabric exports from South Africa, with a combined 58% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Namibia (with a CAGR of +17.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Lesotho ($X), Swaziland ($X) and Zimbabwe ($X) were the largest markets for man-made filament fabric exported from South Africa worldwide, together comprising 53% of total exports. These countries were followed by Botswana, Namibia, Mozambique and the United States, which together accounted for a further 17%.

Among the main countries of destination, Mozambique, with a CAGR of +4.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 man-made filament fabric export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a slight decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 30%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Botswana ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Namibia ($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 the United States (+0.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Man-Made Filament Fabric Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, overseas purchases of woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers decreased by -13.5% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 17%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, man-made filament fabric imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a noticeable decrease. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main man-made filament fabric supplier to South Africa, with a 110% share of total imports. Moreover, man-made filament fabric imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Pakistan (X tons), more than tenfold. Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +6.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Pakistan (-7.3% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (-8.2% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers to South Africa, comprising 48% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Pakistan ($X), with a 7.1% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 2.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to -3.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Pakistan (-11.7% per year) and India (-8.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average man-made filament fabric import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 51% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable setback. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Pakistan ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Pakistan (-4.8%), 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 woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of man-made filament fabric consumption in 2021 were the United States, India and Brazil, with a combined 28% share of global consumption. Vietnam, Turkey, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Togo, Russia, the United Arab Emirates, Canada and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of man-made filament fabric production, comprising approx. 50% of total volume. Moreover, man-made filament fabric production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with an 8.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of man-made filament fabric to South Africa, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 3.3% share.

What are the leading importers of woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for man-made filament fabric exported from South Africa were Lesotho, Swaziland and Zimbabwe, with a combined 69% share of total exports. Botswana, Namibia and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

What is the average export price for woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers in South Africa?

The average man-made filament fabric export price stood at $5,381 per ton in 2021, declining by -9.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for woven fabrics of man-made filaments and staple fibers in South Africa?

The average man-made filament fabric import price stood at $1,930 per ton in 2021, waning by -21.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the man-made filament fabric 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 13203130 - Woven fabrics of man-made filament yarns obtained from high tenacity yarn, strip or the like (including nylon, other polyamides, polyester, viscose rayon)
Prodcom 13203150 - Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarns (excluding those obtained from high tenacity yarn or strip and the like)
Prodcom 13203170 - Woven fabrics of artificial filament yarns (excluding those obtained from high tenacity yarn)
Prodcom 13203210 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing .85 % or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres
Prodcom 13203220 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than .85 % by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton (excluding fabrics of yarns of different colours)
Prodcom 13203230 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than .85 % by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of yarns of different colours
Prodcom 13203240 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with carded wool or fine animal hair
Prodcom 13203250 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with combed wool or fine animal hair
Prodcom 13203290 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres mixed other than with wool, fine animal hair or cotton
Prodcom 13203330 - Woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres, not of yarns of different colours
Prodcom 13203350 - Woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres, of yarns of different colours

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