Animal harness and saddlery imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported animal harness and saddlery worth $5.6 million (319 tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.6M | 319 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 273 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 514 t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 403 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 246 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 383 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 323 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 299 t |
Where South Africa imports animal harness and saddlery from
Most of the value came from China (49%), India (18%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 49% |
| India | $979K | 18% |
| Italy | $660K | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $277K | 5% |
| Vietnam | $232K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $102K | 1.8% |
| United States | $87K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $80K | 1.4% |
| Denmark | $79K | 1.4% |
| Argentina | $71K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.52 per kg, close to the world average of $19.50.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Animal harness and saddlery exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $4.7 million of animal harness and saddlery in 2024 (273 tonnes). Most of it went to Australia (24%), Netherlands (14%), Namibia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1.1M | 24% |
| Netherlands | $672K | 14% |
| Namibia | $427K | 9.2% |
| Canada | $303K | 6.5% |
| Botswana | $226K | 4.9% |
| Switzerland | $178K | 3.8% |
| Mozambique | $176K | 3.8% |
| Spain | $156K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $151K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $149K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 4201: Saddlery and harness for any animal (including traces, leads, knee pads, muzzles, saddle cloths, saddle bags, dog coats and the like) of any material.
Common questions
What is the value of animal harness and saddlery imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported animal harness and saddlery worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 319 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply animal harness and saddlery to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by India (18%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average import price of animal harness and saddlery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.52 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $19.50 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 animal harness and saddlery to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. The peak was 2022 at $6.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export animal harness and saddlery?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, the Netherlands and Namibia. That compares with imports of $5.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for animal harness and saddlery?
The HS code for animal harness and saddlery is heading 4201. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4201.00. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4201 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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