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

Market Forecast By Product (Charcoal Lumps, Charcoal Briquettes, Charcoal Powder), By Wood (Softwood, Hardwood), By Application (Fuel Feedstock, Reducing Agent, Filtration Agent & Gas Masking, Decolorizing Agent, Gastric Medicine, Sketches & Paints, Soil Conditioning, Others), By End Use (Residential, Cooking Fuel, Gardening, Commercial Paints & Sketches, Water Treatment, Industrial) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC353028 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

South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Size Growth Rate


The South Africa Wood Charcoal Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Starting at 3.63% in 2025, the market peaks at 9.18% in 2028, and settles at 5.20% by 2029.

South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Growth Rate

South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Overview

Wood charcoal holds a significant place in South Africa`s energy and cooking sectors, especially in rural areas. It is widely used for cooking and heating purposes due to its affordability and accessibility. The market is characterized by a mix of informal and formal sectors, with opportunities for growth in sustainable charcoal production and export potential to neighboring regions.

Drivers of the market

The wood charcoal market in South Africa is propelled by the high demand for charcoal as a fuel source in residential and commercial sectors. Charcoal is widely used for cooking and heating purposes due to its affordability and availability. Additionally, the growing popularity of barbecue and outdoor cooking activities has further spurred the demand for wood charcoal. The market also benefits from the export opportunities, as South African wood charcoal is highly valued in international markets for its quality and high carbon content.

Challenges of the market

Challenges in the South African wood charcoal market are multifaceted. The industry faces environmental concerns, as unsustainable harvesting practices lead to deforestation and habitat destruction. Regulatory pressures to adopt more eco-friendly practices are increasing, yet compliance can be costly. Additionally, there is competition from alternative energy sources, which are becoming more popular as they are marketed as cleaner options. The market also struggles with price volatility, influenced by both local demand fluctuations and international trade dynamics.

Government Policy of the market

Government policies in South Africa significantly impact the wood charcoal market, particularly regarding environmental sustainability and resource management. The Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) enforces regulations on the harvesting of wood to prevent deforestation and promote sustainable practices. Policies such as the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act aim to protect indigenous forests and ensure that charcoal production does not harm the ecosystem. Additionally, incentives for renewable energy sources and carbon reduction strategies influence market dynamics.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Outlook
  • Market Size of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market, 2024
  • Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market, 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Revenues & Volume for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Trend Evolution
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Drivers and Challenges
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Price Trends
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Porter's Five Forces
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Product for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Charcoal Lumps for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Charcoal Briquettes for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Charcoal Powder for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Wood for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Softwood for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Hardwood for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Fuel Feedstock for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Reducing Agent for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Filtration Agent & Gas Masking for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Decolorizing Agent for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Gastric Medicine for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Sketches & Paints for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Soil Conditioning for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By End Use for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Residential for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Cooking Fuel for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Gardening for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Commercial Paints & Sketches for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Water Treatment for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume By Industrial for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Product
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Wood
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By End Use
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Top Companies Market Share
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal Company Profiles
  • South Africa Wood Charcoal 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 Wood Charcoal Market Overview

3.1 South Africa Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F

3.3 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F

3.6 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Wood, 2021 & 2031F

3.7 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F

3.8 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F

4 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly fuel alternatives

4.2.2 Growth in the food industry for charcoal grilling and barbecuing

4.2.3 Rise in outdoor recreational activities and camping, driving charcoal consumption

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Deforestation and environmental concerns related to wood sourcing for charcoal production

4.3.2 Competition from alternative fuel sources like gas and electric grills

5 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Trends

6 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market, By Types

6.1 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market, By Product

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2021-2031F

6.1.3 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Charcoal Lumps, 2021-2031F

6.1.4 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Charcoal Briquettes, 2021-2031F

6.1.5 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Charcoal Powder, 2021-2031F

6.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market, By Wood

6.2.1 Overview and Analysis

6.2.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Softwood, 2021-2031F

6.2.3 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Hardwood, 2021-2031F

6.3 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market, By Application

6.3.1 Overview and Analysis

6.3.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Fuel Feedstock, 2021-2031F

6.3.3 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Reducing Agent, 2021-2031F

6.3.4 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Filtration Agent & Gas Masking, 2021-2031F

6.3.5 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Decolorizing Agent, 2021-2031F

6.3.6 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Gastric Medicine, 2021-2031F

6.3.7 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Sketches & Paints, 2021-2031F

6.3.8 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F

6.3.9 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F

6.4 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market, By End Use

6.4.1 Overview and Analysis

6.4.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Residential, 2021-2031F

6.4.3 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Cooking Fuel, 2021-2031F

6.4.4 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Gardening, 2021-2031F

6.4.5 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial Paints & Sketches, 2021-2031F

6.4.6 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Water Treatment, 2021-2031F

6.4.7 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F

7 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Imports from Major Countries

8 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Carbon offset achieved through sustainable practices in wood sourcing

8.2 Percentage of households using charcoal for cooking or grilling

8.3 Number of outdoor recreational events and camping trips where wood charcoal is used

9 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F

9.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Wood, 2021 & 2031F

9.3 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F

9.4 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F

10 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024

10.2 South Africa Wood Charcoal Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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