Aluminium pipe fittings imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported aluminium pipe fittings worth $5.8 million (413 tonnes). Value fell 7% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $5.8M | 413 t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 435 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 300 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 369 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 319 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 304 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 315 t |
Where South Africa imports aluminium pipe fittings from
Most of the value came from China (46%), Germany (18%), Taiwan (6%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+581% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 46% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 18% |
| Taiwan | $374K | 6.5% |
| Japan | $274K | 4.7% |
| Czech Republic | $268K | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $204K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $188K | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $180K | 3.1% |
| United States | $157K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $118K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.98 per kg, close to the world average of $14.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium pipe fittings exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $717 thousand of aluminium pipe fittings in 2024 (96 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (15%), Kuwait (11%), Mauritius (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $108K | 15% |
| Kuwait | $77K | 11% |
| Mauritius | $61K | 8.5% |
| Seychelles | $59K | 8.2% |
| Zambia | $57K | 8% |
| Lesotho | $44K | 6.2% |
| Uganda | $37K | 5.2% |
| Botswana | $36K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $36K | 5.1% |
| Malawi | $30K | 4.2% |
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 7609: Aluminium; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves).
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium pipe fittings imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported aluminium pipe fittings worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 413 tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium pipe fittings to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Germany (18%) and Taiwan (6%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 581% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium pipe fittings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.98 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $14.26 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 aluminium pipe fittings to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. The peak was 2023 at $6.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export aluminium pipe fittings?
Yes. South Africa exported $717 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Kuwait and Mauritius. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium pipe fittings?
The HS code for aluminium pipe fittings is heading 7609. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7609.00. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7609 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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