SADC: Nonwoven Fabric Market 2024

Nonwoven Fabric Market Size in SADC

In 2023, the SADC nonwoven fabric market increased by X% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Nonwoven Fabric Production in SADC

In value terms, nonwoven fabric production reduced dramatically to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.

Nonwoven Fabric Exports

Exports in SADC

In 2023, exports of nonwoven fabrics in SADC stood at X tons, with an increase of X% on the previous year's figure. Total exports indicated a slight expansion from 2012 to 2023: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric exports declined rapidly to $X in 2023. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a mild slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa prevails in exports structure, resulting at X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2023. Tanzania (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to nonwoven fabric exports from South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Tanzania (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Tanzania emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. While the share of Tanzania (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest nonwoven fabric supplier in SADC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tanzania ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In South Africa, nonwoven fabric exports contracted by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a noticeable downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 an increase of X%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Tanzania ($X per ton), while South Africa stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tanzania (X%).

Nonwoven Fabric Imports

Imports in SADC

In 2023, approx. X tons of nonwoven fabrics were imported in SADC; picking up by X% on the previous year. Total imports indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2023: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric imports surged to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

South Africa represented the main importer of nonwoven fabrics in SADC, with the volume of imports recording X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2023. Angola (X tons) held a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Tanzania (X%) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%). The following importers - Mozambique (X tons), Madagascar (X tons) and Zimbabwe (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

Imports into South Africa increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Mozambique (X%), Madagascar (X%), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%), Tanzania (X%), Angola (X%) and Zimbabwe (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mozambique emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Angola, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mozambique and Madagascar increased by X, X, X, X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported nonwoven fabrics in SADC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Angola ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Tanzania, with an X% share.

In South Africa, nonwoven fabric imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Angola (X% per year) and Tanzania (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the import price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a pronounced setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Madagascar ($X per ton), while Zimbabwe ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tanzania (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform