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South Africa: Snail Market 2024

Snail Market Size in South Africa

In 2022, the South African snail market increased by X% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Snail consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Snail Production in South Africa

In value terms, snail production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Snail production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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Snail Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, shipments abroad of snails (except sea snails) decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, exports, however, recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

In value terms, snail exports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X tons) was the main destination for snail exports from South Africa, with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Zambia (X kg), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Namibia amounted to X%.

In value terms, Namibia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for snails (except sea snails) exports from South Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Zambia ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Namibia amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average snail export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zambia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Namibia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zambia (X%).

Snail Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, snail imports into South Africa soared to X tons, increasing by X% on the year before. In general, imports saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, snail imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of snail to South Africa, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, snail imports from Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Greece (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Indonesia was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Greece (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of snails (except sea snails) to South Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Greece ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Indonesia was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Greece (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average snail import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a dramatic setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Greece ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for snails (except sea snails) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Spain, India and Morocco, together accounting for 44% of global consumption. The Czech Republic, Poland, Portugal, Turkey, France, Egypt, Italy, Indonesia, Colombia and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of snails (except sea snails) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Morocco, India and Turkey, together comprising 42% of global production. Hungary, Spain, Poland, the Czech Republic, Indonesia, Egypt, Portugal, France and Colombia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 33%.

What are the leading suppliers of snails (except sea snails) to South Africa?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of snails except sea snails) to South Africa, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Greece, with a 14% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of snails (except sea snails) from South Africa?

In value terms, Namibia emerged as the key foreign market for snails except sea snails) exports from South Africa, comprising 57% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Zambia, with a 27% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for snails (except sea snails) in South Africa?

The average snail export price stood at $1,021 per ton in 2022, falling by -33.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for snails (except sea snails) in South Africa?

In 2022, the average snail import price amounted to $2,953 per ton, jumping by 66% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the snail 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:

FCL 1176 - Snails o/t sea snails

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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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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