South Africa - Natural Rubber And Gums - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Contents:
- Price for Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
- Price for Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
- Imports of Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa
- Exports of Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa
Price for Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average natural rubber and gum import price amounted to $3,170 per ton, rising by 46% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($7,398 per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($1,557 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (-1.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
Price for Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
The average natural rubber and gum export price stood at $3,234 per ton in 2022, surging by 1.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 172%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $9,206 per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average 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 ($10,020 per ton), while the average price for exports to Botswana ($1,576 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 Madagascar (+16.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa
After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of natural rubber and gums decreased by -54.6% to 708 tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 188% against the previous year.
In value terms, natural rubber and gum imports dropped markedly to $2.2M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 222%.
| Import of Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa (Thousand USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Thailand | 444 | 2,395 | 2,410 | 982 | 30.3% |
| Malaysia | 202 | 277 | 398 | 566 | 41.0% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | N/A | N/A | 1.8 | 419 | 23177.8% |
| Vietnam | 21.3 | 41.9 | 95.5 | 61.3 | 42.2% |
| India | 25.7 | N/A | 131 | N/A | 125.8% |
| Others | 217 | 215 | 346 | 218 | 0.2% |
| Total | 909 | 2,929 | 3,382 | 2,245 | 35.2% |
Top Suppliers of Natural Rubber and Gum to South Africa in 2022:
- India (undefined tons)
- Thailand (366.1 tons)
- Malaysia (231.3 tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (56.6 tons)
- Vietnam (39.4 tons)
Exports of Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa
Natural rubber and gum exports from South Africa surged to 87 tons in 2022, jumping by 30% against 2021 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, natural rubber and gum exports surged to $281K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a dramatic slump.
| Export of Natural Rubber and Gum in South Africa (Thousand USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Zimbabwe | 90.4 | 132 | 117 | 216 | 33.7% |
| Madagascar | N/A | N/A | 0.9 | 19.0 | 2011.1% |
| Namibia | 31.6 | 29.7 | 6.1 | 12.1 | -27.4% |
| Swaziland | 24.5 | 8.1 | 11.6 | 7.1 | -33.8% |
| Botswana | 4.9 | 6.3 | 10.1 | 4.1 | -5.8% |
| Mozambique | 500 | N/A | 47.5 | 3.0 | -81.8% |
| Others | 35.4 | 19.1 | 18.4 | 19.6 | -17.9% |
| Total | 687 | 195 | 211 | 281 | -25.8% |
Top Export Markets for Natural Rubber and Gum from South Africa in 2022:
- Zimbabwe (76.3 tons)
- Madagascar (2.8 tons)
- Botswana (2.6 tons)
- Swaziland (1.6 tons)
- Namibia (1.0 tons)
- Mozambique (0.3 tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for natural rubber and gum 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 836 - Natural rubber
Country coverage:
- South Africa
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
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- 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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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7. PRODUCTION
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8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Area Harvested, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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