Aluminium alloy hollow profiles imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported aluminium alloy hollow profiles worth $23.9 million (7.1 thousand tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $61.0 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 | $23.9M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $22.7M | 7.1K t |
| 2022 | $37.6M | 10.1K t |
| 2021 | $35.6M | 10.9K t |
| 2020 | $24.0M | 8.8K t |
| 2019 | $57.6M | 7.9K t |
| 2018 | $58.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2017 | $61.0M | 9.6K t |
Where South Africa imports aluminium alloy hollow profiles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+292% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.2M | 80% |
| India | $1.2M | 5.2% |
| Mauritius | $993K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $474K | 2% |
| Czech Republic | $410K | 1.7% |
| Japan | $280K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $163K | 0.7% |
| United States | $122K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $121K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $93K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.38 per kg, 30% below the world average of $4.85, 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.
Aluminium alloy hollow profiles exports from South Africa
Exports of aluminium alloy hollow profiles by South Africa reached $6.8 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Czech Republic alone took 62% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+223% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $4.2M | 62% |
| Eswatini | $1.0M | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $684K | 10% |
| Malawi | $468K | 6.8% |
| Slovakia | $101K | 1.5% |
| Australia | $86K | 1.3% |
| Zambia | $80K | 1.2% |
| Namibia | $66K | 1% |
| Mozambique | $27K | 0.4% |
| Mauritius | $25K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa aluminium alloy hollow profiles imports (HS 7604.21): 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 7604.21: Aluminium: alloys, hollow profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium alloy hollow profiles imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported aluminium alloy hollow profiles worth $23.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium alloy hollow profiles to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($19.2 million), followed by India (5%) and Mauritius (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 869% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium alloy hollow profiles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.38 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $4.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium alloy hollow profiles to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.0 million in 2017 to $23.9 million in 2024, a fall of 61%. The peak was 2017 at $61.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export aluminium alloy hollow profiles?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Czech Republic, Eswatini and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $17.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium alloy hollow profiles?
The HS code for aluminium alloy hollow profiles is subheading 7604.21. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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