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South Africa: Market for Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) 2024

Market Size for Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) in South Africa

The South African market for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) shrank to $X in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

Production of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) in South Africa

In value terms, production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Production of peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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Exports of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel)

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, shipments abroad of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports of reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a perceptible shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from South Africa, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Zimbabwe (X tons), fivefold. Namibia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.

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

In value terms, the United States ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) exports from South Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Zimbabwe ($X), with an X% share of total exports. It was followed by Namibia, with a X% share.

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

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a slight contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Kenya ($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 Australia (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel)

Imports into South Africa

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports saw a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports of failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) reached $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of iron or steel pipe and tube to South Africa, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, imports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), more than tenfold. Mozambique (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (X% per year) and Mozambique (X% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) to South Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Taiwan (Chinese), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (X% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average import price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. 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 Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Mozambique ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest iron or steel pipe and tube consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.8% share.
The country with the largest volume of production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) was China, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.8% share.
In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) to South Africa, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany, with an 8.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Taiwan Chinese), with a 7.7% share.
In value terms, the United States emerged as the key foreign market for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) exports from South Africa, comprising 27% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Zimbabwe, with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Namibia, with a 10% share.
In 2022, the average export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) amounted to $1,471 per ton, falling by -17.4% against the previous year.
In 2022, the average import price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) amounted to $1,799 per ton, growing by 28% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for iron or steel pipe and tube 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 24201110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, seamless, of stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24201150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24201210 - Casing, tubing and drill pipe, of a kind used in the drilling for oil or gas, seamless, of stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24201250 - Casing, tubing and drill pipe, of a kind used in the drilling for oil or gas, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24201310 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, seamless, of stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing, tubing and drill pipe used for oil or gas drilling)
  • Prodcom 24201330 - Precision tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, colddrawn or cold-rolled, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24201350 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, cold-drawn or coldrolled, s eamless, of steel other than stainless steel (excluding precision tubes and pipes)
  • Prodcom 24201370 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, hot-finished, s eamless, of steel other than stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing, tubing and drill-pipe used for oil or gas drilling)
  • Prodcom 24201400 - Tubes and pipes, of non-circular cross-section, seamless, a nd hollow profiles, seamless, of steel
  • Prodcom 24202110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
  • Prodcom 24202150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, other than longitudinally welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
  • Prodcom 24202200 - Casing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
  • Prodcom 24202300 - Tubes and pipes, welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing used for oil or gas drilling)
  • Prodcom 24202400 - Tubes and pipes, riveted or similarly closed, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel (excluding line pipe for oil and gas pipelines, casing used for oil or gas drilling and welded tubes and pipes)
  • Prodcom 24203110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally or spirally welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally or spirally welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203210 - Casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, w elded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203250 - Casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, w elded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203310 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, and casing and tubing used for oil or gas drilling)
  • Prodcom 24203340 - Precision tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, welded, o f an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203370 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, hot- or coldformed and welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203410 - Tubes and pipes, of non-circular cross-section, hot- or coldformed and welded, of stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203430 - Tubes and pipes, of square or rectangular cross-section, of a wall thickness . 2 mm, hotor cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203450 - Tubes and pipes, of square or rectangular cross-section, of a wall thickness > 2 mm, hot-or cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203470 - Tubes and pipes, of other non-circular cross-section than square or rectangular, hot- or cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
  • Prodcom 24203500 - Tubes and pipes, open seam, riveted or similarly closed, of steel (excluding line pipe for oil and gas pipelines, casing and tubing used for oil or gas drilling and other welded tubes and pipes)
  • Prodcom 24512000 - Tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of cast iron excluding tubes, p ipes, hollow profiles made into identifiable parts of articles, s uch as sections of central heating radiators and machinery parts

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • 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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. 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

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

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

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 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

  12. 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

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