South Africa, an industrialized country with diverse economies, has a significant demand for welded pipes in various sectors such as construction, infrastructure development, mining and manufacturing. The country relies on both domestic production and imports to meet this demand. South Africa imports welded, circular section tubes and pipes of iron or non-alloy steel from various countries.
South Africa's steel pipe imports can consist of steel, polyethylene, PVC and other materials, largely used in the oil, gas and water industries. These pipes are usually imported to meet the country's energy and infrastructure needs. South Africa's pipe imports may fluctuate depending on energy demand and the status of infrastructure projects.
The country's energy policies, foreign trade policies and economic conditions are among the factors affecting pipe imports. South Africa's steel pipe and tube industry continues to thrive in both local and international markets, contributing to job creation, sector transformation and industrialization. The increase in imports of steel welded pipe comes at a time when South Africa's domestic steel sector is grappling with barriers to export activity.
According to SteelRadar's data from the United Comtrade Database, South Africa's welded pipe imports in 2023 were 69.366 thousand tons, up 15.19% from 2022. Total exports in 2022 were 60.217 thousand tons.
The country's welded pipe imports in January 2023 were recorded as 3.762 thousand tons, up by 68.11% compared to the same month of the previous year. September imports were 8.832 thousand tons, up by 130.49% from a year earlier. This was the month with the highest thousand tons.
On the export side, South Africa is able to export welded pipe to neighboring African countries as well as other regions depending on demand and competitive advantages. South African welded pipe exports can also vary depending on factors such as production capacity, technological capabilities and market opportunities.
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According to information obtained by SteelRadar from the United Comtrade Database, South Africa's welded pipe exports in 2023 decreased by 1.02% compared to 2022 to 49.266 thousand tons. Total exports in 2022 were 49.773 thousand tons.
The country's welded pipe exports in January 2023 were recorded as 3.855 thousand tons, up by 74.36% compared to the same month of the previous year. Exports in February totaled 6.144 thousand tons, up 153.08% y-o-y. This was the month with the highest exports in 2023. October saw the biggest drop in exports at 4.852 thousand tons, down by 36.78% from a year earlier. In December, the country's welded pipe exports stood at 2.437 thousand tons, down by 22.64% y-o-y.
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