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South Africa: Typewriter Market 2023

Typewriter Market Size in South Africa

After three years of growth, the South African typewriter market decreased by -0.4% to $X in 2021. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Typewriter Production in South Africa

In value terms, typewriter production dropped slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the production volume increased by 30% against the previous year. Typewriter production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Typewriter Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, the amount of typewriters and word-processing machines exported from South Africa shrank to X units, reducing by -12.9% compared with the year before. In general, exports showed a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 58% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, typewriter exports reduced to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a precipitous curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 215%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X units), Botswana (X units) and Zambia (X units) were the main destinations of typewriter exports from South Africa, together comprising 87% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Uganda (with a CAGR of -2.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for typewriter exported from South Africa were Tanzania ($X), Japan ($X) and Uganda ($X), with a combined 38% share of total exports.

Japan, with a CAGR of -10.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average typewriter export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 150% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Tanzania ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Botswana ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Namibia (+49.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Typewriter Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, purchases abroad of typewriters and word-processing machines increased by 9.5% to X units, rising for the fourth year in a row after four years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a precipitous slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 273% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, typewriter imports fell to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, faced a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 187% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

India (X units), the United States (X units) and Canada (X units) were the main suppliers of typewriter imports to South Africa, together accounting for 74% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Canada (with a CAGR of +13.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest typewriter suppliers to South Africa were the United States ($X), India ($X) and Canada ($X), together accounting for 84% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Canada, with a CAGR of +20.0%, 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

In 2021, the average typewriter import price amounted to $X per unit, dropping by -7.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 102%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per unit), while the price for Australia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+11.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

Base Year Historical Period Forecast Period Units
2022 2012-2022 2023-2030 US$, Tons

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for typewriters and word-processing machines in the world?
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China constituted the country with the largest volume of typewriter consumption, accounting for 60% of total volume. Moreover, typewriter consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Hong Kong SAR, ninefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Malaysia, with a 5.9% share.
What are the largest producers of typewriters and word-processing machines in the world?
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The country with the largest volume of typewriter production was China, comprising approx. 72% of total volume. Moreover, typewriter production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malaysia, tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Indonesia, with a 5.3% share.
What are the leading suppliers of typewriters and word-processing machines to South Africa?
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In value terms, the largest typewriter suppliers to South Africa were the United States, India and Canada, together accounting for 84% of total imports.
What are the leading importers of typewriters and word-processing machines from South Africa?
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In value terms, the largest markets for typewriter exported from South Africa were Tanzania, Japan and Uganda, together accounting for 38% of total exports.
What is the average export price for typewriters and word-processing machines in South Africa?
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In 2021, the average typewriter export price amounted to $86 per unit, remaining stable against the previous year.
What is the average import price for typewriters and word-processing machines in South Africa?
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In 2021, the average typewriter import price amounted to $1,170 per unit, declining by -7.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the typewriter 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:
• Prodcom 28231100 - Typewriters and word-processing machines
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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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. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

1.1
REPORT DESCRIPTION
1.2
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
1.3
DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
1.4
REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance

3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

3.1
MARKET SIZE
3.2
MARKET STRUCTURE
3.3
TRADE BALANCE
3.4
PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
3.5
MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

4.1
TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
4.2
BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
4.3
MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4.4
MOST TRADED PRODUCT
4.5
MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

5.1
TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
5.2
TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
5.3
TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5.4
LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

6.1
TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
6.2
TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
6.3
UNSATURATED MARKETS
6.4
TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
6.5
MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

7.1
PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries

8.1
IMPORTS FROM 2012–2022
8.2
IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
8.3
IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports

9.1
EXPORTS FROM 2012–2022
9.2
EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
9.3
EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

LIST OF TABLES
Table 1:
Key Findings In 2022
Table 2:
Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Table 3:
Market Value, 2012–2022
Table 4:
Per Capita Consumption In 2007-2022
Table 5:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 6:
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 7:
Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2022
Table 8:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 9:
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 10:
Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2022
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1:
Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 2:
Market Value, 2012–2022
Figure 3:
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2007-2022
Figure 4:
Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2007-2022
Figure 5:
Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2007-2022
Figure 6:
Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2007-2022
Figure 7:
Per Capita Consumption, 2007-2022
Figure 8:
Market Forecast To 2030
Figure 9:
Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
Figure 10:
Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
Figure 11:
Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
Figure 12:
Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
Figure 13:
Production Volume And Growth
Figure 14:
Exports And Growth
Figure 15:
Export Prices And Growth
Figure 16:
Market Size And Growth
Figure 17:
Per Capita Consumption
Figure 18:
Imports And Growth
Figure 19:
Import Prices
Figure 20:
Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 21:
Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 22:
Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 23:
Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 24:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
Figure 25:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 26:
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 27:
Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2022
Figure 28:
Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 29:
Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 30:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
Figure 31:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 32:
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 33:
Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2022
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