Alkyd resins exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported alkyd resins worth $8.2 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $8.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 3.2K t |
Where South Africa exports alkyd resins to
Zimbabwe alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $4.3M | 53% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 16% |
| Malawi | $736K | 9% |
| Botswana | $512K | 6.3% |
| Mozambique | $457K | 5.6% |
| Mauritius | $301K | 3.7% |
| Namibia | $281K | 3.4% |
| Eswatini | $177K | 2.2% |
| Madagascar | $52K | 0.6% |
| Angola | $18K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.80 per kg, 21% below the world average of $2.28, 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.
Alkyd resins imports to South Africa
Imports of alkyd resins by South Africa reached $985 thousand in 2024 (328 tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (41%), United Arab Emirates (12%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $404K | 41% |
| United Arab Emirates | $120K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $111K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $69K | 7% |
| Australia | $53K | 5.4% |
| China | $51K | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $42K | 4.3% |
| Japan | $30K | 3% |
| Malaysia | $22K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $20K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa alkyd resins exports (HS 3907.50): 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 3907.50: Alkyd resins: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of alkyd resins exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported alkyd resins worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 112 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy alkyd resins from South Africa?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 53% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Zambia (16%) and Malawi (9%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 21 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 44% on the year.
What is the average export price of alkyd resins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.80 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $2.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of alkyd resins from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2023 at $8.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import alkyd resins?
Yes. South Africa imported $985 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for alkyd resins?
The HS code for alkyd resins is subheading 3907.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
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