SADC: Market for Uncoated Wood Free Printing and Writing Papers 2024

Market Size for Uncoated Wood Free Printing and Writing Papers in SADC

The SADC market for uncoated wood free printing and writing papers totaled $X in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Uncoated Wood Free Printing and Writing Papers in SADC

In value terms, production of uncoated wood free printing and writing papers declined slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production of attained the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Uncoated Wood Free Printing and Writing Papers

Exports in SADC

In 2022, the amount of uncoated wood free printing and writing papers exported in SADC dropped sharply to X tons, declining by X% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, exports of uncoated wood free printing and writing papers fell notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X tons) represented the key exporter of uncoated wood free printing and writing papers in SADC, generating X% of total export.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the uncoated wood free printing and writing papers exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. South Africa (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) also remains the largest uncoated wood free printing and writing paper supplier in SADC.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Uncoated Wood Free Printing and Writing Papers

Imports in SADC

In 2022, the amount of uncoated wood free printing and writing papers imported in SADC stood at X tons, growing by X% against 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of uncoated wood free printing and writing papers surged to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern 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.

Imports by Country

South Africa was the key importer of uncoated wood free printing and writing papers in SADC, with the volume of imports amounting to X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2022. Tanzania (X tons) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Angola (X%), Zambia (X%), Zimbabwe (X%) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%). Madagascar (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to uncoated wood free printing and writing paper imports into South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Angola (X%), Tanzania (X%), Madagascar (X%) and Zambia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Angola emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Zimbabwe experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Democratic Republic of the Congo (X p.p.), Angola (X p.p.) and Tanzania (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Zimbabwe and South Africa saw its share reduced by X% and X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported uncoated wood free printing and writing papers in SADC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tanzania ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Angola, with a X% share.

In South Africa, imports of uncoated wood free printing and writing papers increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Tanzania (X% per year) and Angola (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild downturn. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Zimbabwe ($X per ton), while Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Zimbabwe (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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