South Africa - Printing and Writing Paper - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Printing and Writing Paper in South Africa
In 2022, the South African printing and writing paper market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible slump. Printing and writing paper consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Production of Printing and Writing Paper in South Africa
In value terms, printing and writing paper production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Printing and writing paper production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports of Printing and Writing Paper
Exports from South Africa
Printing and writing paper exports from South Africa shrank sharply to X tons in 2022, which is down by X% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, exports saw a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, printing and writing paper exports shrank to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a perceptible decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Zambia (X tons), Zimbabwe (X tons) and Namibia (X tons) were the main destinations of printing and writing paper exports from South Africa, together accounting for X% of total exports. Botswana, Tanzania, Malawi, Uganda, Mozambique, Swaziland, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cote d'Ivoire, Ecuador and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Ecuador (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Zambia ($X), Zimbabwe ($X) and Namibia ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for printing and writing paper exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports. Botswana, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique, Swaziland, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cote d'Ivoire, Ecuador and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main countries of destination, Ecuador, with a CAGR of X%, recorded 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
The average printing and writing paper export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ecuador ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mozambique (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Printing and Writing Paper
Imports into South Africa
In 2022, the amount of printing and writing paper imported into South Africa expanded sharply to X tons, with an increase of X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, recorded a noticeable setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, printing and writing paper imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a mild reduction. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
China (X tons), Finland (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of printing and writing paper imports to South Africa, together accounting for X% of total imports. Indonesia, Belgium, South Korea, Brazil, Austria, Italy, India, Norway, Portugal and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Portugal (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X), China ($X) and Finland ($X) were the largest printing and writing paper suppliers to South Africa, with a combined X% share of total imports. Indonesia, South Korea, Belgium, Austria, Brazil, Italy, India, Portugal, Norway and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Portugal, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average printing and writing paper import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Singapore ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (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 printing and writing paper 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:
- FCL 1612 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, mechanical
- FCL 1615 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, wood free
- FCL 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated
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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- 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
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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
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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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