Aromatic hydrocarbons imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $9.0 million of aromatic hydrocarbons in 2024 (9.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 4% from 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 | $9.0M | 9.3K t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 8.0K t |
| 2022 | $10.6M | 8.9K t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 10.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 3.5K t |
Where South Africa imports aromatic hydrocarbons from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (23%), Israel (18%), Singapore (16%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+398% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.0M | 23% |
| Israel | $1.6M | 18% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 16% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 14% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 12% |
| Spain | $476K | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $386K | 4.3% |
| India | $260K | 2.9% |
| Egypt | $165K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $94K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.97 per kg, close to the world average of $0.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aromatic hydrocarbons exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $630 thousand of aromatic hydrocarbons in 2024 (370 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+804% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa aromatic hydrocarbons imports (HS 2707.50): 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 2707.50: Aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707, of which 65% or more by volume (including losses) distils at 250 degrees Celsius by the ISO 3405 method (equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method).
Common questions
What is the value of aromatic hydrocarbons imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported aromatic hydrocarbons worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 155 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply aromatic hydrocarbons to South Africa?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Israel (18%) and Singapore (16%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 398% on the year.
What is the average import price of aromatic hydrocarbons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.97 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $0.88 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aromatic hydrocarbons to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. The peak was 2022 at $10.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export aromatic hydrocarbons?
Yes. South Africa exported $630 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Japan and Mozambique. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for aromatic hydrocarbons?
The HS code for aromatic hydrocarbons is subheading 2707.50. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2707 page.
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