South Africa Copper Scrap Market Outlook | COVID-19 IMPACT, Forecast, Share, Analysis, Growth, Revenue, Value, Companies, Size, Trends & Industry

Market Forecast By Application (Wire Rod Mills, Brass Mills, Ingot Makers, Foundries and Other Industries) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC274368 Publication Date: Aug 2022 Updated Date: Aug 2025 Product Type: Market Research Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch Author: Ravi Bhandari No. of Pages: 75 No. of Figures: 35 No. of Tables: 20

South Africa Copper Scrap Market Competition 2023

South Africa Copper Scrap market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 1142, Which has decreased slightly as compared to the HHI of 1934 in 2017. The market is moving towards highly competitive. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.

 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Competition 2023

South Africa Export Potential Assessment For Copper Scrap Market (Values in USD Thousand)


South Africa Export Potential Assessment For Copper Scrap Market (Values in USD Thousand)

South Africa Copper Scrap Market Overview

The Copper Scrap Market involves the recycling and trading of copper scrap, which is reprocessed into usable copper products. This market supports the circular economy by reducing waste and providing a sustainable source of raw materials for various industries.

Drivers of the market

The South African copper scrap market is driven by factors such as the increasing demand for recycled copper, the rise of circular economy initiatives, and the growing emphasis on sustainable materials management. Copper scrap is obtained from recycled copper-containing products such as electrical wires, cables, plumbing fixtures, and electronic devices, offering a cost-effective and environmentally friendly source of raw material for copper production. Moreover, factors such as the scarcity of natural resources, volatile commodity prices, and regulatory incentives for recycling are driving the demand for copper scrap in South Africa. Additionally, advancements in scrap recycling technologies, processes, and infrastructure are driving innovation and market growth.

Challenges of the market

The South African copper scrap market faces challenges such as recycling infrastructure and market volatility. Developing efficient collection and recycling systems for copper scrap while navigating fluctuations in global metal prices poses challenges to recyclers and scrap dealers in the market.

Government Policy of the market

Government policies in South Africa`s copper scrap market are designed to regulate recycling practices, prevent illegal activities, and promote environmental conservation. These policies may include regulations on scrap metal collection and trading, licensing requirements for scrap dealers, and incentives for recycling initiatives. The government may also collaborate with industry stakeholders to develop standards for scrap metal processing and quality control to ensure the safety and integrity of recycled copper materials.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • South Africa Copper Scrap Market Outlook
  • Market Size of South Africa Copper Scrap Market, 2024
  • Forecast of South Africa Copper Scrap Market, 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Copper Scrap Revenues & Volume for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Market Trend Evolution
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Market Drivers and Challenges
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Price Trends
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Porter's Five Forces
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume By Wire Rod Mills for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume By Brass Mills for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume By Ingot Makers for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume By Foundries and Other Industries for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Top Companies Market Share
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Company Profiles
  • South Africa Copper Scrap Key Strategic Recommendations

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1 Executive Summary

2 Introduction

2.1 Key Highlights of the Report

2.2 Report Description

2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation

2.4 Research Methodology

2.5 Assumptions

3 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Overview

3.1 South Africa Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F

3.3 South Africa Copper Scrap Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 South Africa Copper Scrap Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F

4 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Increasing demand for copper in various industries such as construction, automotive, and electronics

4.2.2 Growing focus on sustainable practices and recycling in South Africa

4.2.3 Fluctuating prices of virgin copper leading to higher adoption of copper scrap

4.2.4 Government initiatives promoting the use of recycled materials in manufacturing processes

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Volatility in global copper prices impacting the profitability of copper scrap businesses

4.3.2 Challenges in collection and segregation of quality copper scrap materials

4.3.3 Competition from cheaper alternatives such as aluminum and steel affecting the demand for copper scrap

5 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Trends

6 South Africa Copper Scrap Market, By Types

6.1 South Africa Copper Scrap Market, By Application

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031F

6.1.3 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume, By Wire Rod Mills, 2021-2031F

6.1.4 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume, By Brass Mills, 2021-2031F

6.1.5 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume, By Ingot Makers, 2021-2031F

6.1.6 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenues & Volume, By Foundries and Other Industries, 2021-2031F

7 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Imports from Major Countries

8 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Average selling price of copper scrap in South Africa

8.2 Volume of copper scrap collected and recycled annually

8.3 Percentage of recycled copper used in local manufacturing processes

8.4 Number of new entrants or competitors in the South Africa copper scrap market

8.5 Adoption rate of eco-friendly practices in the copper scrap industry

9 South Africa Copper Scrap Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F

10 South Africa Copper Scrap Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024

10.2 South Africa Copper Scrap Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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