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SADC: Aluminum Market 2024

Aluminum Market Size in SADC

The SADC aluminum market shrank to $X in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a perceptible setback. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Aluminum Production in SADC

In value terms, aluminum production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Aluminum Exports

Exports in SADC

For the seventh consecutive year, SADC recorded growth in overseas shipments of aluminum and alloys, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports showed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, aluminum exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Mozambique dominates exports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by South Africa (X tons), creating a X% share of total exports.

Mozambique was also the fastest-growing in terms of the aluminum and alloys exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, South Africa (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Mozambique (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while South Africa saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, the largest aluminum supplying countries in SADC were Mozambique ($X) and South Africa ($X).

Mozambique, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Mozambique totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (X%).

Aluminum Imports

Imports in SADC

For the fifth consecutive year, SADC recorded decline in overseas purchases of aluminum and alloys, which decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, aluminum imports rose notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

South Africa represented the largest importing country with an import of about X tons, which resulted at X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Tanzania (X tons), mixing up a X% share of total imports.

Imports into South Africa decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Tanzania (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Tanzania emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. While the share of South Africa (X p.p.) and Tanzania (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported aluminum and alloys in SADC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Tanzania ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

In South Africa, aluminum imports plunged by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a measured expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Tanzania stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of aluminum consumption was Mozambique, comprising approx. 97% of total volume. It was followed by South Africa, with a 2.6% share of total consumption.
Mozambique constituted the country with the largest volume of aluminum production, comprising approx. 95% of total volume. Moreover, aluminum production in Mozambique exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, South Africa, more than tenfold.
In value terms, the largest aluminum supplying countries in SADC were Mozambique and South Africa.
In value terms, South Africa constitutes the largest market for imported aluminum and alloys in SADC, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Tanzania, with a 16% share of total imports.
The export price in SADC stood at $301 per ton in 2022, waning by -13.5% against the previous year.
In 2022, the import price in SADC amounted to $3,308 per ton, with an increase of 29% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminum market in SADC. 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 24421130 - Unwrought non-alloy aluminium (excluding powders and flakes)
  • Prodcom 24421154 - Unwrought aluminium alloys (excluding aluminium powders and flakes)

Country coverage:

  • Angola
  • Botswana
  • Comoros
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo
  • Lesotho
  • Madagascar
  • Malawi
  • Mauritius
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Seychelles
  • South Africa
  • Swaziland
  • Tanzania
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in SADC, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Angola
    • Botswana
    • Comoros
    • Democratic Republic of the Congo
    • Lesotho
    • Madagascar
    • Malawi
    • Mauritius
    • Mozambique
    • Namibia
    • Seychelles
    • South Africa
    • Swaziland
    • Tanzania
    • Zambia
    • Zimbabwe
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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