South Africa - Frozen Fish and Seafood - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Frozen Fish and Seafood in South Africa
After two years of growth, the South African frozen fish and seafood market decreased by X% to $X in 2023. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then shrank modestly in the following year.
Production of Frozen Fish and Seafood in South Africa
In value terms, frozen fish and seafood production reduced modestly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. Frozen fish and seafood production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports of Frozen Fish and Seafood
Exports from South Africa
In 2023, the amount of frozen fish and seafood exported from South Africa contracted significantly to X tons, waning by X% against the previous year. In general, exports recorded a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, frozen fish and seafood exports contracted to $X in 2023. Overall, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
Spain (X tons), Mozambique (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main destinations of frozen fish and seafood exports from South Africa, together comprising X% of total exports. Portugal, Namibia, Australia, the Netherlands, the UK, France, Poland, Mauritius, Zambia and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Spain ($X), Italy ($X) and Portugal ($X) constituted the largest markets for frozen fish and seafood exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports. Mozambique, Australia, the Netherlands, the UK, France, Poland, Namibia, Mauritius, South Korea and Zambia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main countries of destination, Poland, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the average frozen fish and seafood export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Zambia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mauritius (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Frozen Fish and Seafood
Imports into South Africa
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of frozen fish and seafood, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2022, and then declined dramatically in the following year.
In value terms, frozen fish and seafood imports shrank dramatically to $X in 2023. Overall, total imports indicated a perceptible increase 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. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2022, and then reduced notably in the following year.
Imports by Country
Morocco (X tons), Namibia (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of frozen fish and seafood imports to South Africa, with a combined X% share of total imports. New Zealand, Russia, Argentina, Canada, India, Oman, Spain, the Netherlands, the United States and Mauritania lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Oman (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest frozen fish and seafood suppliers to South Africa were Namibia ($X), Morocco ($X) and New Zealand ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports. China, Argentina, India, Russia, Canada, Spain, the United States, Oman, the Netherlands and Mauritania lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main suppliers, Oman, with a CAGR of X%, 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
The average frozen fish and seafood import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Mauritania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritania (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for frozen fish and seafood 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 10201330 - Frozen whole salt water fish
- Prodcom 10201360 - Frozen whole fresh water fish
- Prodcom 10201600 - Frozen fish livers and roes
- Prodcom 10201500 - Frozen fish meat without bones (excluding fillets)
- Prodcom 10201400 - Frozen fish fillets
- Prodcom 10203100 - Frozen crustaceans, frozen flours, meals and pellets of crustaceans, fit for human consumption
- Prodcom 10203200 - Molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus), frozen, dried, smoked, salted or in brine
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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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING 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
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- 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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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- 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
- 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 Of Origin, 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, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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