Africa - Citric Acid and Its Salts and Esters - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Citric Acid Market Size in Africa
In 2023, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in the African citric acid market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a measured expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then declined rapidly in the following year.
Citric Acid Production in Africa
In value terms, citric acid production fell modestly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.
Citric Acid Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2023, the amount of citric acid and its salts and esters exported in Africa dropped notably to X tons, waning by X% on 2022. Overall, exports saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, citric acid exports shrank markedly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports showed a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
South Africa (X tons) and Swaziland (X tons) prevails in exports structure, together generating X% of total exports. Mauritius (X tons) took the next position in the ranking, followed by Tunisia (X tons). All these countries together took approx. X% share of total exports. Ghana (X tons), Senegal (X tons) and Kenya (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Ghana (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Swaziland ($X) emerged as the largest citric acid supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Africa ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Mauritius, with a X% share.
In Swaziland, citric acid exports contracted by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: South Africa (X% per year) and Mauritius (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($X per ton), while Tunisia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kenya (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Citric Acid Imports
Imports in Africa
In 2023, purchases abroad of citric acid and its salts and esters decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then declined notably in the following year.
In value terms, citric acid imports contracted rapidly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a temperate increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then declined notably in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2023, South Africa (X tons), distantly followed by Algeria (X tons), Egypt (X tons), Swaziland (X tons) and Nigeria (X tons) were the key importers of citric acid and its salts and esters, together mixing up X% of total imports. Tanzania (X tons), Kenya (X tons), Ghana (X tons), Morocco (X tons), Zambia (X tons), Angola (X tons) and Cameroon (X tons) held a relatively small share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Zambia (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest citric acid importing markets in Africa were South Africa ($X), Egypt ($X) and Algeria ($X), together comprising X% of total imports. Swaziland, Nigeria, Kenya, Morocco, Tanzania, Angola, Zambia, Ghana and Cameroon lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Swaziland, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries 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 Africa stood at $X per ton in 2023, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a slight contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Kenya ($X per ton), while Ghana ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kenya (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the citric acid market in 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 20143473 - Citric acid and its salts and esters
Country coverage:
- Algeria
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Western Sahara
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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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
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Western Sahara
- South Sudan
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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