South Africa - Iron Or Steel Skid Chain - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Metal Skid Chain Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

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

Metal Skid Chain Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

The average metal skid chain import price stood at $6,317 per ton in 2022, falling by -6.8% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.6%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 10%. The import price peaked at $6,811 per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were China ($8,387 per ton) and Japan ($7,369 per ton), while the price for Austria ($5,897 per ton) and Germany ($7,143 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+11.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Skid Chain Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022

The average metal skid chain export price stood at $11,342 per ton in 2022, growing by 52% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw mild growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zimbabwe ($13,221 per ton), while the average price for exports to Botswana ($4,153 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 Zambia (+8.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Metal Skid Chain Imports in South Africa

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of iron or steel skid chain, when their volume increased by 69% to 412 tons. In general, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.0% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, metal skid chain imports surged to $2.6M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.6% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Metal Skid Chain in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Austria1,0167321,1271,92223.7%
Germany878755295496-17.3%
Japan47.178.564.754.14.7%
China57.35.711.152.3-3.0%
Turkey89.90.2N/AN/A-99.8%
Others60.516515779.29.4%
Total2,1491,7351,6542,6046.6%

Top Suppliers of Metal Skid Chain to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Austria (326.0 tons)
  2. Germany (69.5 tons)
  3. Japan (7.3 tons)
  4. China (6.2 tons)

Metal Skid Chain Exports in South Africa

In 2022, approx. 69 tons of iron or steel skid chain were exported from South Africa; rising by 33% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 165% against the previous year.

In value terms, metal skid chain exports soared to $788K in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 104%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Export of Metal Skid Chain in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Zimbabwe27.53.0171366137.0%
Zambia4820.5209255-19.1%
Namibia1.62.20.2109308.4%
Botswana1510.22.04.3-69.5%
AngolaN/A25.00.5N/A-98.0%
Others18.41606.054.543.6%
Total6811913897885.0%

Top Export Markets for Metal Skid Chain from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Zambia (27.8 tons)
  2. Zimbabwe (27.7 tons)
  3. Namibia (12.1 tons)
  4. Botswana (1.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal skid chain 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 25931730 - Iron or steel skid chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, or other articles in which chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains - surveying chains

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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