Amino resins (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of amino resins (other) by South Africa reached $12.0 million in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $12.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 2.3K t |
Where South Africa imports amino resins (other) from
China alone supplied 65% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.8M | 65% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.0M | 17% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $223K | 1.9% |
| United States | $87K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $74K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $67K | 0.6% |
| Taiwan | $62K | 0.5% |
| Hungary | $60K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $32K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, close to the world average of $2.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Amino resins (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported amino resins (other) worth $547 thousand (117 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (36%), Zimbabwe (13%), Zambia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+678% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $196K | 36% |
| Zimbabwe | $72K | 13% |
| Zambia | $62K | 11% |
| Botswana | $54K | 9.8% |
| Mozambique | $48K | 8.7% |
| Mauritius | $29K | 5.3% |
| Nigeria | $26K | 4.7% |
| Thailand | $21K | 3.8% |
| Angola | $13K | 2.3% |
| DR Congo | $8K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa amino resins (other) imports (HS 3909.39): 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 3909.39: Amino-resins: n.e.c. in heading no. 3909, in primary forms, other than poly(methylene phenyl isocyanate) (Crude MDI, polymeric MDI).
Common questions
What is the value of amino resins (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported amino resins (other) worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 177 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply amino resins (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (17%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 18% on the year.
What is the average import price of amino resins (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $2.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of amino resins (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024, an increase of 162%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export amino resins (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $547 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for amino resins (other)?
The HS code for amino resins (other) is subheading 3909.39. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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