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South Africa - Alums - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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View Pricing2023 Sees Record $119K Import of Alums Into South Africa
South Africa Alums Imports
In 2023, overseas purchases of alums increased by 31% to 75 tons, rising for the third consecutive year after three years of decline. Overall, imports continue to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 422%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2023 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.
In value terms, alums imports expanded markedly to $119K (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. In general, imports saw a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 212%. Imports peaked in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
COUNTRY | Import Value of Alums in South Africa (thousand USD) | ||||||||||
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
France | N/A | 1.1 | 28.3 | N/A | 32.3 | 39.4 | 5.7 | 12.0 | 21.8 | 71.3 | 69.3 |
India | 11.0 | 2.6 | 3.3 | 5.4 | 11.5 | 5.4 | 11.4 | 20.1 | 16.9 | 18.2 | 26.0 |
Spain | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3.4 | 2.2 | 14.4 | 17.4 |
Germany | 10.7 | 13.4 | 6.2 | 7.7 | 1.6 | 4.2 | 11.5 | 3.7 | 2.3 | 3.0 | 6.0 |
United States | 0.2 | N/A | N/A | 1.8 | 5.5 | 6.9 | 10.1 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.4 |
China | 15.1 | 3.5 | 9.3 | 5.4 | 12.1 | 6.0 | 8.6 | N/A | N/A | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Others | 0.5 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.1 | N/A | 0.2 | N/A | 0.2 |
Total | 37.5 | 20.7 | 47.1 | 20.3 | 63.3 | 62.0 | 47.4 | 39.5 | 43.8 | 107 | 119 |
Imports by Country
In 2023, France (62 tons) constituted the largest alums supplier to South Africa, with a 82% share of total imports. Moreover, alums imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (13 tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Germany (369 kg), with a 0.5% share.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from France totaled +102.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+3.6% per year) and Germany (-7.0% per year).
In value terms, France ($69K) constituted the largest supplier of alums to South Africa, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($26K), with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 15% share.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France amounted to +112.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+9.0% per year) and Spain (+130.3% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the alums price stood at $1,584 per ton (CIF, South Africa), shrinking by -15.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 92% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $1,877 per ton. From 2015 to 2023, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($14,800 per ton), while the price for France ($1,114 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+39.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alums 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 20134173 - Alums
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
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023