Key Market Indicators
South Africa is set to experience a moderate growth in pulp imports over the next five years. By 2026, imports are projected to reach 199,450 metric tons, 2% higher than 2021 levels. Since 1966, South Africa's demand for pulp grew at a steady rate of 0.3% year-on-year. In 2021, South Africa was ranked 36th, with Malaysia taking the lead at 168,190 metric tons. The United States, Germany, and Italy ranked second, third and fourth, respectively. Conversely, South Africa's pulp exports are expected to decrease slightly, falling 0.3% year-on-year to 191,070 metric tons by 2026. Since 1970, South Africa's supply of pulp has seen a gradual increase of 1.6% year-on-year. In 2021, South Africa ranked 24th, with Estonia leading the list at 194,500 metric tons. Canada, the United States, and Chile were the second, third, and fourth largest exporters, respectively.
