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South Africa - Sanitary Towels, Tampons, Napkins and Napkin Liners for Babies - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Sanitary Towels, Tampons, Napkins and Diapers in South Africa
The South African sanitary towel and diaper market dropped dramatically to $X in 2023, waning by X% against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value 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. Sanitary towel and diaper consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Production of Sanitary Towels, Tampons, Napkins and Diapers in South Africa
In value terms, sanitary towel and diaper production shrank to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2023: its value 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, production increased by X% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports of Sanitary Towels, Tampons, Napkins and Diapers
Exports from South Africa
Sanitary towel and diaper exports from South Africa rose significantly to X tons in 2023, growing by X% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports showed strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
In value terms, sanitary towel and diaper exports amounted to $X in 2023. Overall, exports posted prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2023 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.
Exports by Country
Zimbabwe (X tons) was the main destination for sanitary towel and diaper exports from South Africa, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, sanitary towel and diaper exports to Zimbabwe exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Namibia (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Botswana (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Zimbabwe amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (X% per year) and Botswana (X% per year).
In value terms, Zimbabwe ($X) remains the key foreign market for sanitary towels, tampons, napkins and diapers exports from South Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Namibia ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Botswana, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value to Zimbabwe totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (X% per year) and Botswana (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the average sanitary towel and diaper export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2023, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Botswana ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Lesotho ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Botswana (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.
Imports of Sanitary Towels, Tampons, Napkins and Diapers
Imports into South Africa
In 2023, approx. X tons of sanitary towels, tampons, napkins and diapers were imported into South Africa; with a decrease of X% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, sanitary towel and diaper imports reduced to $X in 2023. In general, imports showed a noticeable decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
In 2023, China (X tons) constituted the largest sanitary towel and diaper supplier to South Africa, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, sanitary towel and diaper imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Czech Republic (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Malaysia (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Czech Republic (X% per year) and Malaysia (X% per year).
In value terms, China ($X), the Czech Republic ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest sanitary towel and diaper suppliers to South Africa, together comprising X% of total imports. Poland, Spain, Hungary, Belgium, Malaysia, Turkey and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
In terms of the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The average sanitary towel and diaper import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable reduction. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Hungary ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for sanitary towel and diaper 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 13922993 - Sanitary towels, tampons and similar article of textile materials (excluding wadding)
- Prodcom 13922997 - Napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar article of textile materials (excluding wadding)
- Prodcom 17221210 - Sanitary towels and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles, of wadding
- Prodcom 17221220 - Sanitary towels, tampons and similar articles of paper pulp, p aper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres
- Prodcom 17221230 - Napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of excluding toilet paper, sanitary towels, tampons and similar articles
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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- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
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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