| Product Code: ETC298788 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The South Africa Molded Plastics Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Growth accelerates to 3.74% in 2028, following an initial rate of 1.58%, before easing to 1.57% at the end of the period.

In South Africa, the molded plastics market is experiencing growth propelled by the increasing demand from diverse end-user industries such as automotive, packaging, and consumer goods. Molded plastics offer versatility, lightweight properties, and cost-effectiveness, making them popular for a wide range of applications including automotive components, packaging containers, and household products. With technological advancements and innovations in polymer materials, the molded plastics market is poised for further expansion in South Africa.
The South African molded plastics market is driven by expansion in end-user industries such as automotive, packaging, and construction, and advancements in polymer technology.
Challenges in the South Africa molded plastics market include environmental concerns over plastic waste, volatility in raw material prices, and increasing pressure for sustainable manufacturing practices.
The South African government regulates the production and use of molded plastics to mitigate environmental impact and ensure product safety. The Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) oversees the environmental standards for plastic products and promotes recycling and sustainable manufacturing practices. The Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition (DTIC) provides incentives for local manufacturers to enhance competitiveness and compliance with international trade agreements.
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 Molded Plastics Market Overview |
3.1 South Africa Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 South Africa Molded Plastics Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Africa Molded Plastics Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for lightweight and durable packaging solutions in various industries |
4.2.2 Growing adoption of molded plastics in automotive and construction sectors |
4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to the development of innovative molded plastic products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuations in raw material prices affecting production costs |
4.3.2 Stringent government regulations related to plastic waste management and recycling |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials like glass, metal, and bio-based plastics |
5 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Trends |
6 South Africa Molded Plastics Market, By Types |
6.1 South Africa Molded Plastics Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyethylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polypropylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyvinyl Chloride, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyethylene Terephthalate, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polystyrene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.8 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyurethane, 2021-2031F |
6.2 South Africa Molded Plastics Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive & Transportation, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction & Infrastructure, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics & Electrical, 2021-2031F |
7 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of recycled content in molded plastic products |
8.2 Number of new product innovations and patents in the molded plastics market |
8.3 Adoption rate of sustainable practices in molded plastic manufacturing sector |
9 South Africa Molded Plastics Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 South Africa Molded Plastics Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 South Africa Molded Plastics Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |