Adhesive wound dressings imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of adhesive wound dressings by South Africa reached $30.2 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 22% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $30.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $24.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $23.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $20.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $15.4M | 835 t |
| 2019 | $23.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $22.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $21.7M | 1.1K t |
Where South Africa imports adhesive wound dressings from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), Germany (19%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+424% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.0M | 33% |
| Germany | $5.7M | 19% |
| United States | $4.5M | 15% |
| Spain | $2.1M | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 4.3% |
| Hungary | $1.0M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $909K | 3% |
| Finland | $858K | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $804K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $786K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.90 per kg, close to the world average of $22.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Adhesive wound dressings exports from South Africa
Exports of adhesive wound dressings by South Africa reached $23.7 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (34%), Australia (24%), United States (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $8.2M | 35% |
| Australia | $5.8M | 24% |
| United States | $4.2M | 18% |
| Botswana | $832K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $650K | 2.7% |
| Namibia | $637K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $293K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $281K | 1.2% |
| Norway | $241K | 1% |
| France | $235K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa adhesive wound dressings imports (HS 3005.10): 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 3005.10: Dressings, adhesive: and other articles having an adhesive layer, packed for retail sale for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes.
Common questions
What is the value of adhesive wound dressings imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported adhesive wound dressings worth $30.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply adhesive wound dressings to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by Germany (19%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 424% on the year.
What is the average import price of adhesive wound dressings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.90 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $22.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of adhesive wound dressings to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.7 million in 2017 to $30.2 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $22.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export adhesive wound dressings?
Yes. South Africa exported $23.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Australia and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for adhesive wound dressings?
The HS code for adhesive wound dressings is subheading 3005.10. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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