South Africa - Cotton Lint - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Cotton Lint Market Size in South Africa
In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in the South African cotton lint market, when its value increased by X% to $X. In general, consumption continues to indicate a moderate expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Cotton Lint Production in South Africa
In value terms, cotton lint production contracted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.
The average yield of cotton lint in South Africa skyrocketed to X tons per ha in 2022, surging by X% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, the yield, however, showed a deep slump. Over the period under review, the average cotton lint yield reached the peak level at X tons per ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of cotton lint production in South Africa amounted to X ha, leveling off at the previous year's figure. Overall, the harvested area enjoyed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the harvested area increased by X%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to cotton lint production reached the maximum at X ha in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.
Cotton Lint Exports
Exports from South Africa
In 2022, approx. X tons of cotton lint were exported from South Africa; waning by X% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, exports saw a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, cotton lint exports dropped sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Bangladesh (X tons), Lesotho (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main destinations of cotton lint exports from South Africa, together comprising X% of total exports. Mozambique, China and Swaziland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Mozambique (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest markets for cotton lint exported from South Africa were Lesotho ($X), Bangladesh ($X) and Vietnam ($X), together comprising X% of total exports. Mozambique, China and Swaziland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Mozambique, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the average cotton lint export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, cotton lint export price increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam ($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 Swaziland (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Cotton Lint Imports
Imports into South Africa
In 2022, cotton lint imports into South Africa shrank markedly to X tons, reducing by X% compared with the year before. Overall, imports faced a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, cotton lint imports dropped sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
Zambia (X tons), Zimbabwe (X tons) and Mali (X tons) were the main suppliers of cotton lint imports to South Africa, together accounting for X% of total imports. Switzerland, Cote d'Ivoire, Swaziland and Malawi lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Swaziland (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Zambia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cotton lint to South Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Switzerland ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Mali, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Zambia totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Switzerland (X% per year) and Mali (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average cotton lint import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, cotton lint import price increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Zambia ($X per ton), while the price for Zimbabwe ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cote d'Ivoire (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 cotton lint market 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 767 - Cotton Lint
- FCL 328 - [Seed Cotton]
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
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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
- Yield 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
- Area Harvested, 2012–2023
- Yield, 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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