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South Africa: Market for Marble And Travertine Blocks And Slabs 2024

Market Size for Marble And Travertine Blocks And Slabs in South Africa

After two years of growth, the South African marble and travertine blocks market decreased by X% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Marble And Travertine Blocks And Slabs

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, shipments abroad of marble and travertine blocks and slabs was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a resilient increase. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, marble and travertine blocks exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded resilient growth. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for marble and travertine blocks exports from South Africa, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, marble and travertine blocks exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Namibia (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Lesotho (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to China amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (X% per year) and Lesotho (X% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for marble and travertine blocks and slabs exports from South Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Namibia ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Lesotho, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (X% per year) and Lesotho (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average marble and travertine blocks export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a pronounced curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Namibia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Zimbabwe ($X 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 China (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Marble And Travertine Blocks And Slabs

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, overseas purchases of marble and travertine blocks and slabs increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, marble and travertine blocks imports expanded slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted a modest increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Namibia (X tons) was the main marble and travertine blocks supplier to South Africa, accounting for a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Angola (X tons), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Namibia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Namibia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of marble and travertine blocks and slabs to South Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Angola ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Namibia stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average marble and travertine blocks import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Namibia ($X per ton), while the price for Angola amounted to $X per ton.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for marble and travertine blocks and slabs in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2022 were China, Turkey and Egypt, together accounting for 69% of global consumption. India, Pakistan, Spain, Italy and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 19%.

What are the largest producers of marble and travertine blocks and slabs in the world?

Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of marble and travertine blocks production, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, marble and travertine blocks production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Egypt, fourfold. Italy ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of marble and travertine blocks and slabs to South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia constituted the largest supplier of marble and travertine blocks and slabs to South Africa, comprising 99% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Angola, with a 0.9% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of marble and travertine blocks and slabs from South Africa?

In value terms, China emerged as the key foreign market for marble and travertine blocks and slabs exports from South Africa, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Namibia, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by Lesotho, with a 4.6% share.

What is the average export price for marble and travertine blocks and slabs in South Africa?

In 2022, the average marble and travertine blocks export price amounted to $607 per ton, growing by 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for marble and travertine blocks and slabs in South Africa?

The average marble and travertine blocks import price stood at $193 per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -7.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for marble and travertine blocks 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 08111136 - Marble and travertine merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

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. 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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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
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