Key Market Indicators
South Africa's natural rubber imports are expected to drop by 5.1% to $45.6 million by 2026. In 2021, the country was 26th in the world, with imports of $62 million. The US, Malaysia and Japan ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively. South African natural rubber exports are also forecast to decrease by 7.6% to $898,870 over the next five years. In 2021, the country was 41st in the world, with exports of $1.4 million. Indonesia, Ivory Coast and Malaysia ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively. Since 2005, South African supply has grown 15.3% year-on-year.
