Key Market Indicators
South African exports of polyvinyl acetate are expected to reach 621,130 kilograms by 2026, a 3% year-on-year increase from 511,310 kilograms in 2021. This is a decrease of 2.2% from the 2005 figures. In 2021, Brazil overtook South Africa as the leading exporter, with 511,310 kilograms. Switzerland, Germany and Saudi Arabia were ranked second, third and fourth, respectively. Meanwhile, South African imports of polyvinyl acetate are predicted to reach 6,543,300 kilograms by 2026, growing at an average of 3% year-on-year from 5,404,400 kilograms in 2021. Since 2005, demand has increased by 6.9% year-on-year. In 2021, Malaysia surpassed South Africa as the largest importer, with 5,404,400 kilograms. Italy, the United States and France were ranked second, third and fourth, respectively.
