Acrylic filament dyed exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported acrylic filament dyed worth $6.0 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 44% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $12.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $11.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $12.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $11.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $9.5M | 1.4K t |
Where South Africa exports acrylic filament dyed to
One buyer market dominates: Lesotho accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $5.8M | 96% |
| Namibia | $177K | 2.9% |
| Eswatini | $36K | 0.6% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0% |
| Mozambique | $2K | 0% |
| Botswana | $2K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.97 per kg, 47% below the world average of $7.52, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acrylic filament dyed imports to South Africa
Imports of acrylic filament dyed by South Africa reached $4.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+206% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 89% |
| India | $145K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $106K | 2.6% |
| Indonesia | $96K | 2.4% |
| Lesotho | $36K | 0.9% |
| France | $31K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $13K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa acrylic filament dyed exports (HS 5407.72): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 5407.72: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic filaments (excluding nylon or other polyamides and polyesters), dyed.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic filament dyed exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported acrylic filament dyed worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 98 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries buy acrylic filament dyed from South Africa?
Lesotho was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by Namibia (3%) and Eswatini (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 706% on the year.
What is the average export price of acrylic filament dyed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.97 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $7.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of acrylic filament dyed from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.5 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2019 at $12.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import acrylic filament dyed?
Yes. South Africa imported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Turkey. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic filament dyed?
The HS code for acrylic filament dyed is subheading 5407.72. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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