Key Market Indicators
Exports of South African polypropylene are set to reach approximately 376 million kilograms by 2026, up from 331 million kilograms in 2021. This is a growth rate of 1.9% year-on-year on average. Since 2005, the country's supply has decreased by 1.6% year-on-year. In 2021, South Africa came in 16th place, with China taking the lead at 331 million kilograms. South Korea, Germany and Singapore were ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively. Imports of South African polypropylene are expected to hit 20.5 million kilograms by 2026, up from 19.2 million kilograms in 2021. This is an increase of 0.8% year-on-year on average. Since 2005, the country's demand has grown by 10.1% year-on-year. In 2021, South Africa was 70th in the rankings, with the Dominican Republic coming in first at 19.2 million kilograms. Italy, Germany and Indonesia were 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively.