Acetic acid esters (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of acetic acid esters (other) by South Africa reached $7.6 million in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 7% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $12.2M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $10.2M | 9.9K t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 7.0K t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 5.5K t |
Where South Africa imports acetic acid esters (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.3M | 56% |
| United States | $1.7M | 22% |
| India | $535K | 7% |
| United Kingdom | $293K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $186K | 2.4% |
| Japan | $119K | 1.6% |
| France | $117K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $102K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $75K | 1% |
| Spain | $59K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.72 per kg, close to the world average of $1.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acetic acid esters (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported acetic acid esters (other) worth $452 thousand (145 tonnes). Most of it went to Indonesia (21%), Mozambique (18%), Tanzania (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+406% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $93K | 21% |
| Mozambique | $81K | 18% |
| Tanzania | $55K | 12% |
| Zimbabwe | $48K | 11% |
| Namibia | $32K | 7.1% |
| Spain | $32K | 7.1% |
| Zambia | $30K | 6.7% |
| Malawi | $25K | 5.5% |
| Botswana | $18K | 4% |
| United States | $14K | 3.1% |
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2915.39: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: esters of acetic acid n.e.c. in item no. 2915.3.
Common questions
What is the value of acetic acid esters (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported acetic acid esters (other) worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 161 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply acetic acid esters (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by the United States (22%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average import price of acetic acid esters (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.72 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $1.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acetic acid esters (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2021 at $12.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export acetic acid esters (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $452 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Indonesia, Mozambique and Tanzania. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for acetic acid esters (other)?
The HS code for acetic acid esters (other) is subheading 2915.39. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
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