Key Market Indicators
In 2021, the country ranked 44th, with Ireland overtaking at 250,540,000 Kilograms. Thailand, Spain and Iran respectively came in 2nd, 3rd and 4th in this ranking. South African Gypsum exports are forecast to reach almost 8 million kilograms by 2026. This is up from 7.7 million kilograms in 2021, representing an average annual growth rate of 0.4%. Since 2005, South African supply has increased by an average of 3.6% per year. Ireland surpassed South Africa in 2021, with exports of 7.7 million kilograms. Thailand, Spain and Iran ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively. South African Gypsum imports are estimated to hit 328 million kilograms in 2026. This is up from 250 million kilograms in 2021, showing an average annual growth rate of 4.3%. Since 2005, South African demand has grown an average of 11.9% per year. Again, in 2021, Ireland outpaced South Africa with imports of 250 million kilograms. Thailand, Spain and Iran came in 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively.
