Agglomerated cork imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported agglomerated cork worth $5.4 million (447 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $5.4M | 447 t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 438 t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 546 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 456 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 364 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 351 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 361 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 328 t |
Where South Africa imports agglomerated cork from
One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+634% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.1M | 58% |
| Portugal | $1.4M | 27% |
| United Kingdom | $314K | 5.9% |
| China | $132K | 2.5% |
| France | $122K | 2.3% |
| India | $113K | 2.1% |
| United States | $33K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $24K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $13K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 4504
| 4504.10 | Cork: blocks, plates, sheets and strip, tiles of any shape, solid cylinders (including discs), of agglomerated cork (with or without a binding… | 89% |
| 4504.90 | Cork: articles of agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance), n.e.c. in heading no. 4504 | 11% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4504.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.02 per kg, 58% above the world average of $7.61. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Agglomerated cork exports from South Africa
Exports of agglomerated cork by South Africa reached $564 thousand in 2024 (27 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Peru accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | $305K | 54% |
| Spain | $84K | 15% |
| Mauritius | $44K | 7.7% |
| Kuwait | $29K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $17K | 3% |
| Botswana | $13K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $12K | 2.1% |
| Mozambique | $12K | 2.1% |
| Portugal | $10K | 1.8% |
| Namibia | $7K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 4504: Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork.
Common questions
What is the value of agglomerated cork imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported agglomerated cork worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 447 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 201 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply agglomerated cork to South Africa?
Spain was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Portugal (27%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 634% on the year.
What is the average import price of agglomerated cork per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.02 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $7.61 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of agglomerated cork to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 141%. The peak was 2022 at $5.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export agglomerated cork?
Yes. South Africa exported $564 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Peru, Spain and Mauritius. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for agglomerated cork?
The HS code for agglomerated cork is heading 4504. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 4504.10 (89% of the value) and 4504.90 (11%). It sits in HS chapter 45 (cork and articles of cork). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4504 page.
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