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SADC: Mercury Market 2024

Mercury Market Size in SADC

The SADC mercury market surged to $X in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a noticeable decline. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Mercury Production in SADC

In value terms, mercury production declined modestly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.

Mercury Exports

Exports in SADC

In 2023, overseas shipments of mercuries were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2020, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury exports declined rapidly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a sharp contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2023, South Africa (X tons) represented the main exporter of mercuries in SADC, generating X% of total export.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the mercuries exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) also remains the largest mercury supplier in SADC.

In South Africa, mercury exports contracted by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2012 to 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to X% per year.

Mercury Imports

Imports in SADC

In 2023, the amount of mercuries imported in SADC surged to X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, imports, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mercury imports soared to $X in 2023. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

South Africa represented the main importer of mercuries in SADC, with the volume of imports reaching X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Zimbabwe (X tons), committing a X% share of total imports.

South Africa experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of mercuries. Zimbabwe (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of South Africa (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2023, the share of Zimbabwe (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported mercuries in SADC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Zimbabwe ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa amounted to X%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 when the import price increased by 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 South Africa ($X per ton), while Zimbabwe totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (X%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mercury 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:

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

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023