South Africa - Silicon Dioxide - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Silicon Dioxide Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
- Silicon Dioxide Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
- Silicon Dioxide Imports in South Africa
- Silicon Dioxide Exports in South Africa
Silicon Dioxide Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average silicon dioxide import price amounted to $1,639 per ton, picking up by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
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 ($2,926 per ton), while the price for Brazil ($981 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Silicon Dioxide Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
In 2022, the average silicon dioxide export price amounted to $456 per ton, surging by 49% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a modest expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 131%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $555 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($1,892 per ton), while the average price for exports to Egypt ($177 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 Saudi Arabia (+41.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Silicon Dioxide Imports in South Africa
In 2022, silicon dioxide imports into South Africa totaled 18K tons, rising by 2.7% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 20%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
In value terms, silicon dioxide imports skyrocketed to $30M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.0% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +71.4% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 36% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.
| Import of Silicon Dioxide in South Africa (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| China | 6.0 | 4.4 | 6.5 | 8.9 | 14.0% |
| India | 4.2 | 4.2 | 3.6 | 7.0 | 18.6% |
| Germany | 2.4 | 3.1 | 5.0 | 3.6 | 14.5% |
| Netherlands | 1.9 | 0.5 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 21.4% |
| Brazil | N/A | 0.5 | 0.9 | 1.6 | 78.9% |
| Australia | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 58.7% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 0.9 | 0.7 | 1.0 | 0.7 | -8.0% |
| Thailand | 1.9 | 1.5 | 0.2 | 0.1 | -62.5% |
| Others | 2.4 | 1.9 | 3.0 | 3.3 | 11.2% |
| Total | 19.9 | 17.2 | 23.4 | 29.6 | 14.2% |
Top Suppliers of Silicon Dioxide to South Africa in 2022:
- China (5.6K tons)
- India (4.7K tons)
- Netherlands (2.0K tons)
- Brazil (1.7K tons)
- Germany (1.2K tons)
- Australia (0.7K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (0.7K tons)
- Thailand (0.1K tons)
Silicon Dioxide Exports in South Africa
In 2022, the amount of silicon dioxide exported from South Africa dropped sharply to 4.3K tons, falling by -84.6% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports saw a sharp descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 791%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 28K tons, and then fell markedly in the following year.
In value terms, silicon dioxide exports declined notably to $2M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a perceptible contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 513% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $8.6M, and then reduced notably in the following year.
| Export of Silicon Dioxide in South Africa (Thousand USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Colombia | 330 | 366 | 7,462 | 378 | 4.6% |
| Botswana | 6.0 | 180 | 191 | 238 | 241.0% |
| China | N/A | N/A | N/A | 236 | 0% |
| Egypt | N/A | N/A | N/A | 215 | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | 59.1 | 75.7 | 36.0 | 171 | 42.5% |
| Nigeria | 182 | 176 | 340 | 157 | -4.8% |
| Japan | 120 | 99.4 | 176 | 109 | -3.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | 597 | N/A | 0.3 | N/A | -97.8% |
| Oman | 189 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0% |
| Others | 632 | 506 | 395 | 463 | -9.9% |
| Total | 2,115 | 1,403 | 8,600 | 1,968 | -2.4% |
Top Export Markets for Silicon Dioxide from South Africa in 2022:
- Egypt (1220.2 tons)
- Colombia (1215.7 tons)
- China (792.7 tons)
- Japan (341.4 tons)
- Botswana (217.3 tons)
- Zimbabwe (94.7 tons)
- Nigeria (83.2 tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silicon dioxide 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 20132475 - Silicon dioxide
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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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
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
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
- 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
- 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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