SADC - Silicates, Commercial Alkali Metal Silicates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Silicates Market Size in SADC
The SADC silicates market totaled $X in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Silicates Production in SADC
In value terms, silicates production expanded remarkably to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Silicates Exports
Exports in SADC
In 2023, approx. X tons of silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates were exported in SADC; with a decrease of X% on the year before. Overall, exports, however, recorded a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2022, and then declined rapidly in the following year.
In value terms, silicates exports shrank to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
South Africa was the major exporting country with an export of about X tons, which finished at X% of total exports. Tanzania (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Zambia (X tons). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total exports.
Exports from South Africa increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Tanzania (X%) and Zambia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Tanzania emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Tanzania and Zambia increased by X and X percentage points, respectively.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest silicates supplier in SADC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tanzania ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
In South Africa, silicates exports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Tanzania (X% per year) and Zambia (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2023, jumping by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Zambia (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.
Silicates Imports
Imports in SADC
In 2023, the amount of silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates imported in SADC was estimated at X tons, stabilizing at 2022 figures. In general, imports showed a slight expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, silicates imports declined to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports recorded pronounced growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2023, South Africa (X tons) represented the main importer of silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates, creating X% of total imports. Tanzania (X tons) held a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Zambia (X%), Angola (X%), Zimbabwe (X%) and Mozambique (X%). Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) held a minor share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to silicates imports into South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Zimbabwe (X%), Mozambique (X%), Angola (X%) and Zambia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Zimbabwe emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%) and Tanzania (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2023, the share of South Africa, Angola, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Mozambique increased by X, X, X, X and X percentage points, respectively.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates in SADC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Zambia ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Tanzania, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa totaled X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Zambia (X% per year) and Tanzania (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2023, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2022, and then declined in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton), while Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tanzania (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silicates market in SADC. 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 20136240 - Silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates
Country coverage:
- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in SADC, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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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
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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
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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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- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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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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