South Africa - Paper Hand Towels - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Paper Hand Towels Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

  1. Paper Hand Towels Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
  2. Paper Hand Towels Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023
  3. Paper Hand Towels Imports in South Africa
  4. Paper Hand Towels Exports in South Africa

Paper Hand Towels Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average paper hand towels import price amounted to $2,033 per ton, increasing by 7.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 7.8%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $2,067 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($3,184 per ton), while the price for Poland ($928 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+4.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Paper Hand Towels Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023

The average paper hand towels export price stood at $2,436 per ton in July 2023, with an increase of 8.9% against the previous month. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in December 2022 when the average export price increased by 59% month-to-month. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $2,830 per ton in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to July 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($3,871 per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($1,518 per ton) was 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 (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Paper Hand Towels Imports in South Africa

In 2022, the amount of paper hand towels imported into South Africa shrank modestly to 4.4K tons, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, imports showed a deep contraction.

In value terms, paper hand towels imports totaled $9M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt setback.

Import of Paper Hand Towels in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
France5.24.24.13.0-16.8%
China3.72.21.42.0-18.5%
Italy2.12.40.81.7-6.8%
Germany0.40.50.81.244.2%
Netherlands0.10.20.20.458.7%
Poland0.20.10.10.1-20.6%
United KingdomN/A0.10.30.10.0%
Colombia0.40.40.2N/A-29.3%
Saudi Arabia0.40.60.1N/A-50.0%
Others0.70.60.40.3-24.6%
Total13.211.38.49.0-12.0%

Top Suppliers of Paper Hand Towels to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Saudi Arabia (undefined tons)
  2. France (1483.2 tons)
  3. China (1218.2 tons)
  4. Italy (754.9 tons)
  5. Germany (500.7 tons)
  6. Netherlands (195.7 tons)
  7. Poland (107.6 tons)
  8. United Kingdom (68.8 tons)
  9. Colombia (15.8 tons)

Paper Hand Towels Exports in South Africa

In 2022, the amount of paper hand towels exported from South Africa soared to 3K tons, growing by 23% on 2021. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper hand towels exports stood at $7M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 13%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Export of Paper Hand Towels in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Namibia2,7522,1192,3902,068-9.1%
Botswana1,5281,3521,7961,509-0.4%
Saudi ArabiaN/A1.922.61,1032309.4%
Zimbabwe23739641446224.9%
Swaziland3613453583821.9%
Zambia27239532638111.9%
Mozambique3493653253631.3%
Lesotho563463344251-23.6%
Others4323825755286.9%
Total6,4945,8206,5517,0462.8%

Top Export Markets for Paper Hand Towels from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Namibia (858.6 tons)
  2. Saudi Arabia (674.7 tons)
  3. Botswana (557.2 tons)
  4. Lesotho (179.0 tons)
  5. Zambia (166.6 tons)
  6. Zimbabwe (162.4 tons)
  7. Mozambique (159.3 tons)
  8. Swaziland (117.7 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper hand towels 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 17221160 - Hand towels of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres

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
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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
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    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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