Key Market Indicators
South Africa is set to become a major player in the global glass market. Imports are expected to reach $321.6 million by 2026, an increase of 1.3% compared to 2021. Since 2005, South African demand has grown by an average of 3.3% year on year. In 2021, the country ranked 40th, with Finland in the lead at $297 million. China, Germany and France followed at numbers 2, 3 and 4 respectively. Exports of South African glass are estimated to reach $188.3 million by 2026, with a growth rate of 1% year on year. Since 2005, South African supply has increased by 3.2% year on year. In 2021, South Africa was ranked 43rd, with Colombia in the lead at $177 million. Germany, the US and France followed at numbers 2, 3 and 4 respectively.
