South Africa - Cosmetics - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Cosmetics Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

  1. Cosmetics Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
  2. Cosmetics Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
  3. Cosmetics Exports in South Africa
  4. Cosmetics Imports in South Africa

Cosmetics Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average cosmetics export price amounted to $5,337 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 16%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $5,533 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($6,178 per ton), while the average price for exports to Angola ($2,039 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 Botswana (+5.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Cosmetics Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average cosmetics import price amounted to $6,516 per ton, rising by 5.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $10,112 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 ($29,439 per ton), while the price for Cote d'Ivoire ($501 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+3.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cosmetics Exports in South Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of cosmetics decreased by -2.9% to 59K tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.3% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 23% against the previous year.

In value terms, cosmetics exports declined slightly to $314M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +6.9% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $324M, and then shrank in the following year.

Export of Cosmetics in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Namibia31.826.931.132.40.6%
Zimbabwe15.823.524.830.023.8%
Botswana26.624.929.230.04.1%
Zambia13.116.714.915.14.9%
Mozambique8.210.110.810.910.0%
United Arab Emirates3.84.911.810.138.5%
Netherlands4.34.57.48.123.5%
Malawi2.62.57.08.146.1%
Democratic Republic of the Congo3.82.03.57.626.0%
Swaziland6.86.76.66.4-2.0%
Tanzania5.65.76.66.34.0%
Angola4.64.03.25.24.2%
Singapore4.02.75.15.29.1%
Others1261361621393.3%
Total2572713243146.9%

Top Export Markets for Cosmetics from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Zimbabwe (8.6K tons)
  2. Namibia (6.6K tons)
  3. Zambia (5.4K tons)
  4. Botswana (5.3K tons)
  5. Democratic Republic of the Congo (3.3K tons)
  6. United Arab Emirates (3.0K tons)
  7. Malawi (3.0K tons)
  8. Mozambique (2.9K tons)
  9. Tanzania (2.6K tons)
  10. Angola (2.5K tons)
  11. Singapore (2.0K tons)
  12. Swaziland (1.9K tons)
  13. Netherlands (1.3K tons)

Cosmetics Imports in South Africa

In 2022, overseas purchases of cosmetics increased by 6.7% to 33K tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced slump.

In value terms, cosmetics imports rose rapidly to $218M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 25%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Import of Cosmetics in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Poland42.432.538.439.7-2.2%
France29.919.528.133.43.8%
United States34.623.226.531.4-3.2%
Spain20.817.019.423.94.7%
Italy13.111.016.518.011.2%
China17.311.313.616.5-1.6%
Germany18.012.012.712.8-10.7%
Cote d'Ivoire0.20.70.21.071.0%
Others41.927.838.141.5-0.3%
Total2181551942180.0%

Top Suppliers of Cosmetics to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Poland (10.5K tons)
  2. Spain (7.8K tons)
  3. China (5.5K tons)
  4. Cote d'Ivoire (1.9K tons)
  5. Italy (1.4K tons)
  6. France (1.4K tons)
  7. United States (1.1K tons)
  8. Germany (1.1K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cosmetics 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 20421250 - Lip make-up preparations
  • Prodcom 20421270 - Eye make-up preparations
  • Prodcom 20421300 - Manicure or pedicure preparations
  • Prodcom 20421400 - Powders, whether or not compressed, for cosmetic use (including talcum powder)
  • Prodcom 20421500 - Beauty, make-up and skin care preparations including suntan (excluding medicaments, lip and eye make-up, manicure and pedicure preparations, powders for cosmetic use and talcum powder)

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. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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