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South Africa - Fertilizers - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Contents:
- Fertilizer Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
- Fertilizer Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
- Fertilizer Imports in South Africa
- Fertilizer Exports in South Africa
Fertilizer Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average fertilizer import price amounted to $529 per ton, increasing by 38% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a slight increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 51%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($874 per ton), while the price for Germany ($335 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+7.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Fertilizer Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
The average fertilizer export price stood at $724 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 35% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, fertilizer export price increased by +76.7% against 2020 indices. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($1,289 per ton), while the average price for exports to Zambia ($640 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Brazil (+9.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Fertilizer Imports in South Africa
Fertilizer imports into South Africa rose markedly to 2.7M tons in 2022, picking up by 6.7% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +11.8% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +40.8% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, fertilizer imports surged to $1.4B in 2022. Overall, imports recorded significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 99% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
Import of Fertilizer in South Africa (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
Saudi Arabia | 81.8 | 156 | 213 | 268 | 48.5% |
Russia | 70.7 | 58.6 | 152 | 255 | 53.4% |
Qatar | 95.7 | 42.1 | 144 | 191 | 25.9% |
Oman | 4.7 | 6.2 | 55.1 | 162 | 225.4% |
China | 51.5 | 52.6 | 90.9 | 138 | 38.9% |
Chile | 43.9 | 37.9 | 49.7 | 133 | 44.7% |
Germany | 34.8 | 27.7 | 73.7 | 112 | 47.6% |
Netherlands | 22.9 | 15.3 | 31.7 | 29.7 | 9.1% |
Others | 134 | 95.0 | 167 | 150 | 3.8% |
Total | 540 | 491 | 978 | 1,439 | 38.6% |
Top Suppliers of Fertilizer to South Africa in 2022:
- Russia (437.0K tons)
- Chile (340.9K tons)
- China (337.8K tons)
- Germany (334.2K tons)
- Saudi Arabia (307.1K tons)
- Qatar (269.7K tons)
- Oman (228.7K tons)
- Netherlands (109.2K tons)
Fertilizer Exports in South Africa
For the fourth consecutive year, South Africa recorded growth in overseas shipments of fertilizers, which increased by 16% to 777K tons in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a prominent expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +14.8% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +51.4% against 2019 indices. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, fertilizer exports soared to $563M in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Export of Fertilizer in South Africa (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
Zambia | 94.1 | 82.7 | 131 | 205 | 29.6% |
Zimbabwe | 39.3 | 72.4 | 91.3 | 107 | 39.6% |
Botswana | 18.2 | 19.4 | 26.7 | 50.3 | 40.3% |
Swaziland | 19.8 | 18.9 | 28.8 | 37.1 | 23.3% |
Namibia | 18.3 | 15.8 | 26.0 | 35.0 | 24.1% |
Democratic Republic of the Congo | 15.2 | 13.7 | 22.3 | 28.3 | 23.0% |
Mozambique | 5.3 | 3.4 | 3.9 | 22.2 | 61.2% |
Lesotho | 4.7 | 4.5 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 12.0% |
Others | 12.5 | 11.3 | 22.5 | 70.7 | 78.2% |
Total | 227 | 242 | 358 | 563 | 35.4% |
Top Export Markets for Fertilizer from South Africa in 2022:
- Zambia (320.6K tons)
- Zimbabwe (158.4K tons)
- Botswana (62.5K tons)
- Swaziland (53.6K tons)
- Namibia (44.5K tons)
- Democratic Republic of the Congo (39.0K tons)
- Mozambique (26.4K tons)
- Lesotho (9.5K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fertilizer 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:
- FCL 4025 - Potassium nitrate
- FCL 4004 - Calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN) and other mixtures with calcium carbonate
- FCL 4005 - Sodium nitrate
- FCL 4023 - Monoammonium phosphate (MAP)
- FCL 4001 - Urea
- FCL 4002 - Ammonium sulphate
- FCL 4003 - Ammonium nitrate (AN)
- FCL 4006 - Urea and ammonium nitrate solutions (UAN)
- FCL 4016 - Potassium chloride (muriate of potash) (MOP)
- FCL 4021 - NPK fertilizers
- FCL 4014 - Other phosphatic fertilizers, n.e.c.
- FCL 4022 - Diammonium phosphate (DAP)
- FCL 4027 - PK compounds
- FCL 4024 - Other NP compounds
- FCL 4008 - Other nitrogenous fertilizers, n.e.c.
- FCL 4012 - Superphosphates above 35%
- FCL 4013 - Superphosphates, other
- FCL 4018 - Other potassic fertilizers, n.e.c.
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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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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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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED 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
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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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
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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The exports of Ammonium Nitrate peaked at 199K tons in 2022, and then decreased in the following year. In terms of value, Ammonium Nitrate exports significantly decreased to $108M in 2023.
In April 2023, the growth of Ammonium Nitrate was the most rapid, with a remarkable increase of 67% compared to the previous month. However, in July 2023, the value of Ammonium Nitrate exports experienced a sharp decline, reaching only $6.9M.
In February 2023, Ammonium Sulphate imports saw a dramatic increase of 1,357% month-on-month, making it the fastest growth period. However, by December 2023, the value of Ammonium Sulphate imports dropped significantly to $6M.
In May 2023, the Ammonium Sulphate price in South Africa was $215 per ton (CIF), showing a decrease of 8.5% compared to the previous month.
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Fertilizer prices continue to ramp up due to a shortage in supply caused by lower output in EU countries. High natural gas costs shape that growth because gas accounts for up to 80% of variable costs in nitrogen fertilizer production. Urea prices spiked exceptionally high to $900 per ton in November 2021, gaining 30% against the previous month. Phosphate rock price rose by 4%, while diammonium phosphate and triple superphosphate were both up by 8%. Next year, fertilizer prices are projected to climb further due to a continued shortage in supply, but if costs for natural gas maintain their downward trend, they will hold the price increases back.
The global market for ammonium nitrate is expected to experience steady growth over the next seven years, with market volume projected to reach 31M tons and market value expected to reach $15.8B by the end of 2030. The market is forecasted to see a CAGR of +3.0% in volume and +5.5% in value from 2023 to 2030.
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