South Africa - Olive Oil (Virgin) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Virgin Olive Oil Price in South Africa - 2021

Contents:

  1. Virgin Olive Oil Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2021
  2. Virgin Olive Oil Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2021
  3. Virgin Olive Oil Imports in South Africa
  4. Virgin Olive Oil Exports in South Africa

Virgin Olive Oil Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2021

In December 2021, the average virgin olive oil import price amounted to $3,881 per ton, jumping by 31% against the previous month. Over the period from December 2020 to December 2021, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.4%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in September 2021 when the average import price increased by 42% m-o-m. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $3,964 per ton. From October 2021 to December 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In December 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($4,370 per ton), while the price for Spain totaled $3,542 per ton.

From December 2020 to December 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+3.4%).

Virgin Olive Oil Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2021

The average virgin olive oil export price stood at $4,377 per ton in December 2021, surging by 11% against the previous month. In general, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in November 2021 when the average export price increased by 80% m-o-m. The export price peaked at $4,946 per ton in June 2021; however, from July 2021 to December 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In December 2021, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($8,195 per ton), while the average price for exports to Zimbabwe ($1,383 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2020 to December 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (+7.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Virgin Olive Oil Imports in South Africa

Virgin olive oil imports into South Africa declined modestly to 5.1K tons in 2022, waning by -4.8% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 11%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 5.3K tons, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, virgin olive oil imports fell to $16M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $17M, and then reduced in the following year.

Import of Virgin Olive Oil in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Spain8.58.510.59.53.8%
Italy5.84.95.85.3-3.0%
Greece0.70.70.50.6-5.0%
Portugal0.70.30.30.4-17.0%
Others0.10.10.10.10.0%
Total15.914.517.215.90.0%

Top Suppliers of Virgin Olive Oil to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Spain (3.4K tons)
  2. Italy (1.4K tons)
  3. Greece (0.2K tons)
  4. Portugal (0.1K tons)

Virgin Olive Oil Exports in South Africa

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in overseas shipments of virgin olive oil, when their volume decreased by -3.5% to 834 tons. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.5% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 22% against the previous year.

In value terms, virgin olive oil exports fell to $2.9M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +5.7% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 20%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $3.1M, and then reduced in the following year.

Export of Virgin Olive Oil in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Namibia6197747917004.2%
Botswana4514526045355.9%
Zambia1671622332067.2%
Swaziland1642022211955.9%
Malawi1541772081846.1%
Lesotho76.213817215326.2%
Zimbabwe67.558.011810415.5%
Mozambique11994.486.487.3-9.8%
United Kingdom50.290.598.286.920.1%
Canada14.418.389.178.976.3%
Taiwan (Chinese)59.460.843.247.6-7.1%
France1.71.650.945.0198.0%
Others477380402439-2.7%
Total2,4202,6073,1162,8625.8%

Top Export Markets for Virgin Olive Oil from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Namibia (251.6 tons)
  2. Botswana (116.5 tons)
  3. Swaziland (67.2 tons)
  4. Zambia (63.0 tons)
  5. Malawi (57.1 tons)
  6. Lesotho (50.6 tons)
  7. Zimbabwe (40.7 tons)
  8. Mozambique (31.8 tons)
  9. France (22.5 tons)
  10. Taiwan (Chinese) (17.1 tons)
  11. United Kingdom (15.8 tons)
  12. Canada (15.3 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the virgin olive oil 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:

  • FCL 261 - Oil of Olives, Virgin

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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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
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  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
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    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  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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