South Africa - Wool - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Wool Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

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

Wool Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average wool export price amounted to $3,280 per ton, waning by -31.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 30% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $10,777 per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($11,817 per ton), while the average price for exports to Lesotho ($1,420 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 Italy (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Wool Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

The average wool import price stood at $5,192 per ton in 2022, jumping by 30% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 73%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($8,859 per ton), while the price for the UK ($2,491 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+63.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Wool Exports in South Africa

For the third year in a row, South Africa recorded decline in shipments abroad of wool, which decreased by -45.1% to 105 tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant curtailment.

In value terms, wool exports shrank rapidly to $343K in 2022. In general, exports showed a dramatic decline. The smallest decline of -58.1% was in 2020.

Export of Wool in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Italy5,2821,118296113-72.2%
Lesotho25.144.685.310561.1%
Botswana10.73.11.780.095.5%
Germany3,6731,66624828.0-80.3%
Swaziland9.45.29.97.4-7.7%
United States2223761920.1-92.3%
Japan17410276.6N/A-33.7%
China177333N/AN/A88.1%
India89.76614.6N/A-77.4%
Others6395.02.99.5-75.4%
Total10,3024,315917343-67.8%

Top Export Markets for Wool from South Africa in 2022:

  1. United States (undefined tons)
  2. Lesotho (73.9 tons)
  3. Botswana (10.5 tons)
  4. Italy (9.6 tons)
  5. Germany (7.3 tons)
  6. Swaziland (1.8 tons)

Wool Imports in South Africa

In 2022, overseas purchases of wool were finally on the rise to reach 211 tons after two years of decline. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant decline.

In value terms, wool imports skyrocketed to $1.1M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, faced a abrupt contraction.

Import of Wool in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
AustraliaN/AN/AN/A7330%
United Kingdom837561145209-37.0%
New Zealand28921622.4117-26.0%
Lesotho393N/A18832.1-56.6%
Others63.31.326.87.0-52.0%
Total1,5817783821,098-11.4%

Top Suppliers of Wool to South Africa in 2022:

  1. United Kingdom (83.9 tons)
  2. Australia (82.8 tons)
  3. New Zealand (38.9 tons)
  4. Lesotho (4.8 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wool 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 13102200 - Wool, degreased or carbonised, not carded or combed

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

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  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
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    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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