South Africa - Crude Soybean Oil - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Crude Soybean Oil Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

  1. Crude Soybean Oil Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023
  2. Crude Soybean Oil Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
  3. Crude Soybean Oil Exports in South Africa
  4. Crude Soybean Oil Imports in South Africa

Crude Soybean Oil Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023

The average crude soybean oil export price stood at $1,312 per ton in July 2023, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price showed a pronounced slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in November 2022 an increase of 8.6% m-o-m. The export price peaked at $1,739 per ton in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to July 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In July 2023, the highest price was recorded for prices to Zambia ($1,464 per ton) and Swaziland ($1,423 per ton), while the average price for exports to Mozambique ($1,290 per ton) and Zimbabwe ($1,311 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zambia (-1.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Crude Soybean Oil Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average crude soybean oil import price amounted to $1,759 per ton, jumping by 50% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed noticeable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($1,868 per ton), while the price for Portugal ($1,614 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+4.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Crude Soybean Oil Exports in South Africa

For the fourth consecutive year, South Africa recorded growth in shipments abroad of crude soybean oil, which increased by 11% to 59K tons in 2022. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 37%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, crude soybean oil exports soared to $102M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 98% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Export of Crude Soybean Oil in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Zimbabwe11.322.947.662.777.0%
Zambia11.012.020.625.532.3%
Swaziland3.53.27.57.931.2%
Mozambique0.50.22.02.161.3%
Botswana0.21.31.51.6100.0%
Others0.60.81.01.741.5%
Total27.140.480.110255.6%

Top Export Markets for Crude Soybean Oil from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Zimbabwe (35.8K tons)
  2. Zambia (15.3K tons)
  3. Swaziland (4.8K tons)
  4. Mozambique (1.4K tons)
  5. Botswana (0.9K tons)

Crude Soybean Oil Imports in South Africa

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of crude soybean oil increased by 1.5% to 17K tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a deep setback.

In value terms, crude soybean oil imports skyrocketed to $30M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.1% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +56.8% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Crude Soybean Oil in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Netherlands17.513.919.011.2-13.8%
PortugalN/AN/AN/A9.70%
GermanyN/AN/AN/A9.10%
SpainN/A3.1N/AN/A0%
Argentina2.91.4N/AN/A-51.7%
Antigua and BarbudaN/A1.0N/AN/A0%
OthersN/AN/A1.00.4-60.0%
Total20.519.420.030.414.0%

Top Suppliers of Crude Soybean Oil to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Netherlands (6.0K tons)
  2. Portugal (6.0K tons)
  3. Germany (5.0K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the crude soybean oil 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 237 - Oil of Soybeans

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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