Analyzing the export of polyamides from South Africa, we note a significant decline over the years from 276.71 thousand kilograms in 2013 to 103.71 thousand kilograms in 2023. This represents a year-on-year decrease of 3.73% in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years (2019-2023) is -0.065%. The exports have demonstrated volatility over the years, and the forecast data indicates a continued decline, with the volume predicted to decrease to 82.39 thousand kilograms by 2028, reflecting a negative forecasted 5-year CAGR of -3.59%, and an overall reduction of 16.7% from 2023 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in global demand for polyamides amid economic changes, trends in related industries such as automotive and textiles, advancements in production technologies, and trade policies that could influence South Africa’s competitive position in the polyamide export market.
