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SADC - Vinyl Chloride (Chloroethylene) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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SADC: Vinyl Chloride Market 2024

Vinyl Chloride Market Size in SADC

The SADC vinyl chloride market shrank to $X in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a deep contraction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Vinyl Chloride Production in SADC

In value terms, vinyl chloride production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Vinyl Chloride Exports

Exports in SADC

After two years of decline, overseas shipments of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) decreased by X% to X kg in 2022. In general, exports showed a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, vinyl chloride exports fell sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the one major exporters of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene), namely South Africa, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the vinyl chloride (chloroethylene) 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 vinyl chloride supplier in SADC.

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

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a noticeable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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.

Vinyl Chloride Imports

Imports in SADC

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was growth in overseas purchases of vinyl chloride (chloroethylene), when their volume increased by X% to X tons. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, vinyl chloride imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of vinyl chloride imports in 2022 were Mauritius (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons), Zimbabwe (X tons), Lesotho (X tons), Namibia (X tons), Swaziland (X tons), Angola (X tons) and Mozambique (X tons), together reaching X% of total import.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Zimbabwe (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Mauritius ($X), Mozambique ($X) and Angola ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined X% share of total imports. Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Namibia and Swaziland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Among the main importing countries, Zimbabwe, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a pronounced reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum 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 Mozambique ($X per ton), while Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the vinyl chloride 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 20141371 - Vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)

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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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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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
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