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

Contents:

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

Nitrites Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average nitrites import price amounted to $1,296 per ton, jumping by 30% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 212%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain 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 India ($1,536 per ton), while the price for China ($977 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+6.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Nitrites Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average nitrites export price amounted to $1,272 per ton, waning by -12.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, nitrites export price increased by +1.3% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 105% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $1,578 per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zimbabwe ($2,244 per ton), while the average price for exports to Namibia ($883 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 (+20.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Nitrites Imports in South Africa

Nitrites imports into South Africa shrank sharply to 1.3K tons in 2022, waning by -15.7% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports recorded a dramatic setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 21% against the previous year.

In value terms, nitrites imports totaled $1.7M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports faced a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 17%.

Import of Nitrites in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany1,0189631,2781,2045.8%
China3001582253576.0%
India62.2N/A29.495.315.3%
Chile4,157N/AN/AN/A0%
Others95.323957.781.5-5.1%
Total5,6331,3611,5901,738-32.4%

Top Suppliers of Nitrites to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Germany (887.8 tons)
  2. China (365.2 tons)
  3. India (62.0 tons)

Nitrites Exports in South Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of nitrites were finally on the rise to reach 577 tons after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, recorded a slight decline.

In value terms, nitrites exports soared to $733K in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Nitrites in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Namibia43.519.644.023876.2%
Zambia13118128422119.0%
Democratic Republic of the Congo26.874.444.912366.2%
Zimbabwe17.459.527.363.654.0%
Botswana22.631.838.143.624.5%
Nigeria108N/AN/A0.1-90.3%
Senegal65.4N/AN/AN/A0%
Mali216170122N/A-24.8%
Others81.312366.845.0-17.9%
Total7116606277331.0%

Top Export Markets for Nitrites from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Nigeria (undefined tons)
  2. Namibia (269.1 tons)
  3. Zambia (165.5 tons)
  4. Democratic Republic of the Congo (67.0 tons)
  5. Zimbabwe (28.4 tons)
  6. Botswana (27.5 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nitrites 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 20152080 - Nitrites

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

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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  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
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    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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