South Africa - Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Dichloromethane Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

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

Dichloromethane Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

The average dichloromethane import price stood at $1,015 per ton in 2022, rising by 15% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, dichloromethane import price increased by +102.4% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 75%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

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 Germany ($1,979 per ton), while the price for China ($928 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+9.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Dichloromethane Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022

The average dichloromethane export price stood at $1,595 per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $1,872 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($3,774 per ton), while the average price for exports to Zimbabwe ($1,170 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 Mozambique (+13.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Dichloromethane Imports in South Africa

Dichloromethane imports into South Africa contracted to 5.9K tons in 2022, falling by -7.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 36%.

In value terms, dichloromethane imports expanded notably to $6M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 139% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Import of Dichloromethane in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China3.31.84.94.914.1%
IndiaN/AN/AN/A0.40%
FranceN/AN/A0.20.4100.0%
Germany0.90.50.60.3-30.7%
OthersN/AN/AN/A0.10%
Total4.32.45.76.011.7%

Top Suppliers of Dichloromethane to South Africa in 2022:

  1. China (5.2K tons)
  2. France (0.2K tons)
  3. Germany (0.2K tons)
  4. India (0.2K tons)

Dichloromethane Exports in South Africa

In 2022, dichloromethane exports from South Africa surged to 309 tons, increasing by 19% compared with the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.9% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 25% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, dichloromethane exports stood at $492K in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +9.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 31%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Export of Dichloromethane in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Zimbabwe11647.915819819.5%
Zambia11999.8140106-3.8%
Namibia37.833.640.870.022.8%
Mozambique53.949.629.345.1-5.8%
Botswana6.212.89.414.733.3%
Malawi11.06.233.112.85.2%
Democratic Republic of the CongoN/AN/AN/A9.90%
BeninN/A26.5N/AN/A0%
Others36.651.019.535.8-0.7%
Total3803274304929.0%

Top Export Markets for Dichloromethane from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Zimbabwe (168.9 tons)
  2. Zambia (48.4 tons)
  3. Namibia (38.4 tons)
  4. Mozambique (11.9 tons)
  5. Malawi (8.5 tons)
  6. Botswana (6.8 tons)
  7. Democratic Republic of the Congo (6.5 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dichloromethane 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 20141315 - Dichloromethane (methylene chloride)

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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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

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  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
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    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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  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
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    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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