Africa - Tanks, Casks, Drums, Cans, Boxes and Similar Containers - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Container Market Size in Africa
The African container market totaled $X in 2023, leveling off at the previous year. The total consumption indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2023, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Container Production in Africa
In value terms, container production reached $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, production increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2023, production growth remained at a lower figure.
Container Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2023, the amount of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers exported in Africa declined to X units, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, container exports declined remarkably to $X in 2023. Overall, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2022, and then contracted notably in the following year.
Exports by Country
South Africa represented the major exporting country with an export of around X units, which recorded X% of total exports. Morocco (X units) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Egypt (X units), Nigeria (X units) and Tunisia (X units). All these countries together took approx. X% share of total exports. Cote d'Ivoire (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to container exports from South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Nigeria (X%), Egypt (X%) and Morocco (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Nigeria emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Cote d'Ivoire (X%) and Tunisia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Morocco (X p.p.), Nigeria (X p.p.) and Egypt (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2023, the share of Tunisia (X p.p.) and South Africa (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, South Africa ($X), Morocco ($X) and Egypt ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, together accounting for X% of total exports. Tunisia, Nigeria and Cote d'Ivoire lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Nigeria, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per unit, falling by X% against the previous year. Export price indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, container export price increased by X% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2022, and then contracted slightly in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per unit), while Nigeria ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Container Imports
Imports in Africa
In 2023, purchases abroad of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers decreased by X% to X units for the first time since 2020, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, container imports shrank to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then fell in the following year.
Imports by Country
Algeria (X units) and Morocco (X units) represented roughly X% of total imports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Libya (X units), creating a X% share of total imports. South Africa (X units), Egypt (X units), Botswana (X units), Guinea (X units), Mozambique (X units), Zimbabwe (X units), Zambia (X units), Kenya (X units), Ghana (X units) and Senegal (X units) took a relatively small share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Guinea (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Algeria ($X), Morocco ($X) and Egypt ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023, together accounting for X% of total imports. Libya, South Africa, Guinea, Kenya, Ghana, Zambia, Senegal, Mozambique, Botswana and Zimbabwe lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Guinea, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of 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 unit in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2022, and then reduced modestly in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per unit), while Botswana ($X per unit) 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 container 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 25911100 - Tanks, casks, drums, cans... (excluding for gas) of iron or steel, . .50 l, . .300 l
- Prodcom 25911200 - Tanks, casks, drums... (excluding for gas) of iron or steel, < .50 l
- Prodcom 25921133 - Cans used for preserving food and drink of iron or steel, < .50 l, food cans
- Prodcom 25921135 - Cans used for preserving food and drink of iron or steel, < .50 l, drinks
- Prodcom 25921150 - Cans other than for preserving food and drink of iron or steel, < .50 l
- Prodcom 25921210 - Aluminium collapsible tubular containers of a capacity . .300 litres, for any material except compressed or liquefied gas
- Prodcom 25921240 - Casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, of aluminium, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), n.e.s. (other than collapsible tubular containers and containers for aerosols)
- Prodcom 25921260 - Aluminium aerosol containers, with a capacity . .300 litres
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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- How to outsource production to other countries
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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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Algeria
- 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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