Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene worth $15.5 million (7.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $24.3 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 | $15.5M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 7.5K t |
| 2022 | $20.6M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $24.3M | 9.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 7.7K t |
| 2019 | $17.3M | 27.5K t |
| 2018 | $15.3M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $16.9M | 8.6K t |
Where South Africa imports acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene from
The largest suppliers were Taiwan (49%), South Korea (16%), China (7%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+530% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $7.6M | 49% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 16% |
| China | $1.1M | 6.9% |
| Malaysia | $1.0M | 6.5% |
| Germany | $983K | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $663K | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $502K | 3.2% |
| Thailand | $487K | 3.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $216K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $163K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.01 per kg, close to the world average of $1.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene exports from South Africa
Exports of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene by South Africa reached $1.9 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Portugal (48%), Venezuela (32%), Nigeria (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+770% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $920K | 48% |
| Venezuela | $623K | 32% |
| Nigeria | $97K | 5% |
| India | $73K | 3.8% |
| Ghana | $51K | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $38K | 2% |
| Zambia | $20K | 1% |
| Hungary | $19K | 1% |
| Botswana | $12K | 0.6% |
| United States | $12K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imports (HS 3903.30): 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 3903.30: Styrene polymers: acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymers, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene worth $15.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 158 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene to South Africa?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by South Korea (16%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 530% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.01 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $1.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.9 million in 2017 to $15.5 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $24.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Portugal, Venezuela and Nigeria. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $13.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene?
The HS code for acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene is subheading 3903.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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