South Africa - Articles Of Iron Or Steel - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Price for Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
- Price for Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
- Exports of Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa
- Imports of Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa
Price for Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
In 2022, the average steel and iron articles export price amounted to $2,934 per ton, increasing by 2.2% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.5%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 22% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $3,021 per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($4,347 per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany ($808 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 Thailand (+15.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Price for Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average steel and iron articles import price amounted to $3,614 per ton, growing by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $3,733 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($22,204 per ton), while the price for Botswana ($932 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+10.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Exports of Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa
In 2022, the amount of articles of iron or steel exported from South Africa totaled 79K tons, remaining constant against 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, steel and iron articles exports expanded slightly to $232M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 49%.
Export of Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
Thailand | 80.6 | 28.7 | 53.6 | 69.7 | -4.7% |
Japan | 77.7 | 51.2 | 69.8 | 49.2 | -14.1% |
Namibia | 11.7 | 10.9 | 14.6 | 15.3 | 9.4% |
Botswana | 5.5 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 7.8 | 12.4% |
Lesotho | 4.2 | 5.1 | 6.3 | 5.6 | 10.1% |
Tanzania | 1.3 | 1.8 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 56.7% |
Mali | 0.9 | 1.6 | 3.4 | 4.8 | 74.7% |
Germany | 2.9 | 3.2 | 4.0 | 3.4 | 5.4% |
Kenya | 1.0 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 3.1 | 45.8% |
Others | 52.0 | 42.5 | 62.1 | 68.3 | 9.5% |
Total | 238 | 152 | 226 | 232 | -0.8% |
Top Export Markets for Steel and Iron Articles from South Africa in 2022:
- Japan (20.5K tons)
- Thailand (16.0K tons)
- Namibia (6.1K tons)
- Lesotho (5.5K tons)
- Germany (4.3K tons)
- Botswana (3.3K tons)
- Mali (2.5K tons)
- Tanzania (2.2K tons)
- Kenya (1.3K tons)
Imports of Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa
In 2022, the amount of articles of iron or steel imported into South Africa fell to 36K tons, which is down by -7.3% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 13%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 39K tons, and then shrank in the following year.
In value terms, steel and iron articles imports amounted to $131M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 21%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.
Import of Steel and Iron Articles in South Africa (Million USD) | |||||
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COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
China | 46.5 | 35.8 | 50.8 | 51.7 | 3.6% |
Germany | 15.7 | 18.7 | 16.2 | 16.5 | 1.7% |
United States | 9.0 | 8.6 | 10.9 | 12.0 | 10.1% |
Italy | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.6% |
United Kingdom | 3.7 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 4.4 | 5.9% |
India | 3.5 | 2.2 | 2.5 | 3.4 | -1.0% |
Thailand | 4.7 | 3.7 | 5.2 | 2.8 | -15.9% |
Botswana | 0.3 | 2.4 | 3.6 | 2.4 | 100.0% |
Turkey | 1.2 | 1.7 | 2.7 | 2.0 | 18.6% |
Spain | 3.1 | 1.9 | 1.7 | 1.9 | -15.1% |
Japan | 5.1 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.7 | -30.7% |
Others | 21.7 | 21.2 | 23.4 | 27.4 | 8.1% |
Total | 119 | 105 | 127 | 131 | 3.3% |
Top Suppliers of Steel and Iron Articles to South Africa in 2022:
- China (18.6K tons)
- Germany (2.9K tons)
- Botswana (2.5K tons)
- Thailand (2.3K tons)
- India (2.0K tons)
- Italy (1.4K tons)
- Turkey (0.8K tons)
- United Kingdom (0.8K tons)
- Japan (0.7K tons)
- United States (0.5K tons)
- Spain (0.4K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for steel and iron articles 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 25992945 - Articles of iron or steel, n.e.s.
- Prodcom 25992931 - Iron or steel ladders and steps (excluding forged or stamped)
- Prodcom 25992933 - Iron or steel pallets and similar platforms for handling goods
- Prodcom 25992935 - Iron or steel reels for cables, piping and the like
- Prodcom 25992937 - Iron or steel non-mechanical ventilators, guttering, hooks and similar articles used in the building industry (excluding forged or stamped)
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
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING 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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