South Africa - Footwear - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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South Africa - Footwear - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Waterproof Footwear Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

  1. Waterproof Footwear Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023
  2. Waterproof Footwear Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
  3. Waterproof Footwear Exports in South Africa
  4. Waterproof Footwear Imports in South Africa

Waterproof Footwear Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023

In September 2023, the average waterproof footwear export price amounted to $5.9 per pair, shrinking by -19.4% against the previous month. Overall, the export price showed a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in May 2023 an increase of 27% month-to-month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $8.4 per pair. From June 2023 to September 2023, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In September 2023, the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($20.2 per pair), while the average price for exports to Malawi ($4.2 per pair) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mozambique (+13.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Waterproof Footwear Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average waterproof footwear import price amounted to $4 per pair, increasing by 35% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a perceptible shrinkage. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $6.3 per pair 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 Vietnam ($28 per pair), while the price for China amounted to $3.2 per pair.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (-3.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Waterproof Footwear Exports in South Africa

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of waterproof footwear, when their volume decreased by -21.6% to 1,000K pairs. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a strong expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +13.9% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 58% against the previous year. The exports peaked at 1.3M pairs in 2021, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

In value terms, waterproof footwear exports fell to $6.8M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +18.5% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +66.6% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 45%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $7.6M in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Export of Waterproof Footwear in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Zimbabwe6111,2842,2532,24754.4%
Botswana3468171,2151,52463.9%
Lesotho1,3901,6471,614634-23.0%
Malawi11324136936547.8%
Mozambique3523524833641.1%
Zambia15116035634932.2%
Swaziland285327258271-1.7%
Namibia2191932382220.5%
Others58785182978210.0%
Total4,0565,8717,6156,75818.6%

Top Export Markets for Waterproof Footwear from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Zimbabwe (430.8K pairs)
  2. Botswana (127.8K pairs)
  3. Lesotho (118.2K pairs)
  4. Malawi (69.7K pairs)
  5. Mozambique (59.3K pairs)
  6. Zambia (50.1K pairs)
  7. Namibia (46.8K pairs)
  8. Swaziland (44.1K pairs)

Waterproof Footwear Imports in South Africa

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of waterproof footwear, when their volume increased by 55% to 1.2M pairs. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +12.8% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, waterproof footwear imports skyrocketed to $4.9M in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Waterproof Footwear in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China2.01.72.03.823.9%
Vietnam0.1N/AN/A0.681.7%
Others0.30.30.40.518.6%
Total2.42.02.44.926.9%

Top Suppliers of Waterproof Footwear to South Africa in 2022:

  1. China (1191.1K pairs)
  2. Vietnam (20.9K pairs)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the waterproof footwear 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 15201100 - Waterproof footwear, with uppers in rubber or plastics (excluding incorporating a protective metal toecap)

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. 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
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    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    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
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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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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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