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South Africa - Button Blanks & Button Moulds - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Button Blanks and Moulds in South Africa - 2023

Price for Button Blanks and Moulds in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

The average button blanks and moulds import price stood at $4,879 per ton in 2022, which is down by -33.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 43%. The import price peaked at $7,431 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 Germany ($11,537 per ton), while the price for Hong Kong SAR ($2,457 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Button Blanks and Moulds in South Africa (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average button blanks and moulds export price amounted to $14,131 per ton, waning by -3.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price increased by 107% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $15,500 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Angola ($35,884 per ton), while the average price for exports to Zambia ($4,576 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 Malawi (+16.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Button Blanks and Moulds in South Africa

In 2022, the amount of button blanks & button moulds imported into South Africa skyrocketed to 48 tons, with an increase of 47% on 2021 figures. Overall, imports enjoyed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 64% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, button blanks and moulds imports contracted modestly to $234K in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +61.3% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 65%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $239K, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Import of Button Blanks and Moulds in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	103	46.9	90.0	169	17.9%
Germany	76.3	78.5	63.6	46.2	-15.4%
Hong Kong SAR	4.9	15.0	5.2	0.4	-56.6%
Others	15.7	4.6	79.9	18.7	6.0%
Total	200	145	239	234	5.4%

Top Suppliers of Button Blanks and Moulds to South Africa in 2022:

China (43.2 tons)
Germany (4.0 tons)
Hong Kong SAR (0.2 tons)

Exports of Button Blanks and Moulds in South Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of button blanks & button moulds decreased by -16.6% to 2.8 tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports saw a sharp descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 38%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 9.4 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, button blanks and moulds exports shrank rapidly to $39K in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 100% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $77K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Button Blanks and Moulds in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Angola	0.2	N/A	N/A	12.7	299.0%
Lesotho	8.4	3.1	9.5	8.6	0.8%
Swaziland	11.8	3.7	5.9	7.2	-15.2%
Namibia	2.0	2.2	4.2	5.8	42.6%
Botswana	4.8	3.8	2.8	2.2	-22.9%
Senegal	0.3	N/A	N/A	1.3	63.0%
Zambia	N/A	1.9	N/A	0.4	-54.1%
Mozambique	0.3	40.6	0.1	N/A	-42.3%
United Kingdom	7.2	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
United States	N/A	14.2	12.2	N/A	-14.1%
Others	3.4	7.2	13.7	1.0	-33.5%
Total	38.4	76.8	48.5	39.1	0.6%

Top Export Markets for Button Blanks and Moulds from South Africa in 2022:

Swaziland (1034.0 kg)
Lesotho (602.0 kg)
Namibia (427.0 kg)
Angola (353.0 kg)
Botswana (121.0 kg)
Zambia (85.0 kg)
Senegal (71.0 kg)
Mozambique (2.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for button blanks and moulds 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 32992430 - Button blanks, button moulds and other parts of buttons

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

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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023